SF Councillor Questions Revised Housing Figures-Nugent
Sinn Féin councillor Mick Nugent has questioned the methods used by the council to cut nearly 1,000 people from the city’s housing list.
Cllr Nugent said:
“The council simply posted a form to everybody on the list, and removed their name if they did not return it. While undoubtedly some on the housing list were no longer seeking social housing, others may simply have failed to return the form on time because it was sent to the wrong address, because they did not receive it, or due to literacy or other personal issues.”
“I have no doubt that many people in genuine need of housing have been removed from the list in a very cavalier fashion.”
“Nonetheless, the revised figures show graphically the scale of housing need in Cork City. There are 8,000 people still on the housing list after this revision. Furthermore, officials informed the council last night that while 3,000 of these are in receipt of rent supplement, 5,000 are not. This means 5,000 people in Cork City who are eligible for social housing, actively seeking it, and are not currently accommodated in the rented sector.”
“Meeting the housing needs of these people must become a priority for the council.”
For further information or comment contact Cllr Mick Nugent @ 087-6755793
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