In Dublin a protest at the ending of the ban will take place outside the Dail from 1pm today.

'The plans were approved by Cabinet this week'

The Monaghan native said there has been increased funding provided to local authorities to purchase buildings and to repurpose old buildings.

'I believe this to be a shameful act'

The families who will be made homeless because of the decision this week are watching and they will never forget.

The Government must prioritise people with disabilities and older people for the support they deserve.

'Calls have been made by opposition parties to delay the lifting of the evictions ban due to a lack of emergency housing space'

'We hope our children can get the services that they deserve'