Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 19 November 2015
243. Deputy Michael McGrath asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government his views on a suggested measure to address the homelessness crisis (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41128/15]
View answerMy Department’s role in relation to homelessness involves the provision of a national framework of policy, legislation and funding to underpin the role of housing authorities in addressing homelessness at local level. Statutory responsibility in relation to the provision of accommodation for homeless persons rests with the housing authorities.
I will arrange for the suggestion which the Deputy has received to be forwarded to the relevant local authorities for consideration.
