Impact of Eviction Ban set to heighten already record homeless figures
The situation has been described as “very challenging” by Minister for Housing Darragh O’Brien. A record-breaking total of nearly 12,000 people accessed emergency accommodation last month, the latest Government statistics show. This total of 11,988 people, was reached prior to the contentious lifting of the pandemic-induced eviction ban, which lapsed on the 1st of April. […]
3 years ago
As the Eviction Ban ends, Peter McVerry describes “horror movie” reality
The eviction ban ends this week following the government’s victory over an opposition motion to extend it. After months of parliamentary debates and political jibing, this week marks the end of the government’s pandemic-induced eviction ban. The move, which was defended by Fianna Fáil TD Barry Cowen on Wednesday with the ill-judged analogy of it […]
3 years ago
Dublin City Council CEO criticised following comments on homeless tents in Dublin
The Dublin City Council CEO said homeless tents add to the perception that there is “an edginess about the city”. Dublin City Council CEO Owen Keegan’s recent comments regarding homeless tents in the capital have been criticised by charities and TDs. Appearing on Newstalk’s The Hard Shoulder on Monday, Keegan was asked about anti-social behaviour […]
5 years ago
Pygmalion nightclub drops entry fee and asks for charity donation instead
A really sound gesture. Here’s hoping others follow suit. Dublin nightclub Pygmalion (known to many as Pyg) has announced that it has partnered with the Peter McVerry Trust for 2020. This means that as of Thursday 27 February, entry to all of their club nights will now be free, and instead you can donate to […]
6 years ago
Five Guys to donate proceeds from every sale on Tuesday to the Peter McVerry Trust
The proceeds from every single sale made across their three Dublin locations on Tuesday will go straight to the homeless charity. Five Guys took the country by storm when it first came over from America. The burgers are absolutely delicious, the milkshakes are tasty, and the format of the restaurant is pretty unique. The only […]
8 years ago
How the simple act of sharing a video could help fight homelessness
Brought to you by Just Eat Help those affected by homelessness. With World Homeless Day just around the corner on Wednesday, 10 October, it’s important that we do what we can to help those without a home. In partnership with Peter McVerry Trust, Just Eat will donate €1 for every unique share of this video on social media between […]
8 years ago