Religious orders countrywide have been asked to give up any vacant properties to the homeless, to alleviate the current crisis.
Last year, €42m worth of properties were given by a number of religious organizations, but there is a general call now for all orders to hand over their considerable portfolio to those who need it most.
Minister for Housing Simon Coveney has said “If there are any religious congregations listening and you have properties that are no longer in use or you are looking to vacate in the coming months or years we are interested in talking to you. Please make contact with us directly.”