A local TD says the number of derelict properties across Longford-Westmeath is 'nothing short of disgraceful.' A parliamentary question revealed there are 111 derelict properties in the constituency. It comes as €200 million euro has been allocated to return more than 3,600 vacant or derelict homes to use.
Sinn Féin TD Sorca Clarke says people come into her office in 'complete distress' over the housing crisis and the rising level of homelessness. She explains the number of derelict properties is concerning: