1,319 supported tenancies will be delivered nationwide over the next five years.

Jake says they applied to be placed on the waiting list for a home, but were refused because they earned too much in the last twelve months.

Monaghan has 8 new posts while Cavan has 6.

They'll be located close to an existing development in the area.

The average cost of renting is now €912 per month in Monaghan, and €899 in Cavan..

Also included is provision of a common green space.

Harry Dwyer from Moneycare Ireland said it was positive to see an emphasis on new builds in Budget 2022.

The Local Authority says it was on course to double this target but for the pandemic.