Homelessness remains Government’s number one challenge – Housing Minister

The video discusses efforts to prevent homelessness and increase housing supply in Ireland. It highlights the government's initiatives, such as building more social homes, the first home scheme, and the Help to Buy grant. The main challenges include family breakups leading to homelessness and the need for a functional rental sector. The government aims to reverse the decline in home ownership while ensuring social housing is delivered at scale.

What is the primary method mentioned for addressing homelessness?

• Providing temporary shelters

• Increasing housing supply

• Relocating homeless individuals

• Offering financial aid

What is one of the main reasons people enter homelessness according to the report?

• Health issues

• Family breakup

• Job loss

• Natural disasters

Which scheme is mentioned as helping first-time buyers purchase new homes?

• Mortgage Relief Plan

• Rental Assistance Program

• First Home Scheme

• Housing Voucher Initiative

What is the maximum grant amount mentioned for taking old properties back into use?

• €50,000

• €60,000

• €70,000

• €80,000

What is the government's stance on home ownership and social housing?

• Eliminate social housing programs

• Balance between home ownership and social housing

• Prioritize social housing over home ownership

• Focus solely on home ownership