Handing housing portfolio back to Fianna Fail would be a ‘catastrophe’ – SF

The video discusses the alarming rise in homelessness in Ireland since 2011, highlighting a 380% increase in overall homelessness and a 612% rise in child homelessness. Despite available resources and vacant homes, the government has failed to address the issue effectively. Sinn Fein proposes an alternative housing plan aiming to end long-term homelessness by 2030, in line with the Lisbon Declaration.

What was the percentage increase in the number of people officially counted as homeless since 2011?

• 612%

• 200%

• 500%

• 380%

How much has child homelessness increased since 2011?

• 69%

• 380%

• 72%

• 612%

What is the percentage increase in adult homelessness outside of COVID?

• 69%

• 72%

• 380%

• 612%

What is the significance of the year 2030 in Sinn Fein's housing plan?

• It is the deadline for ending long-term homelessness.

• It is the year when the Lisbon Declaration was signed.

• It marks the end of the current government's term.

• It is the year when all vacant homes will be utilized.

What is required to meet the 2030 deadline according to Sinn Fein's plan?

• A multi-year plan with homeless service providers.

• Increasing taxes to fund housing projects.

• Reducing the number of vacant homes.

• Signing a new international agreement.