A family in county Donegal has been forced to abandon their mica-affected home as it has now become inhabitable.
Paddy Diver and his family are one of a number of a number across the county confronted by the crisis.
He and his wife Amanda moved into the home 12 years ago.
A vocal campaigner, Mr. Diver said the situation had deteriorated to such an extent that the roof is set to cave in.
He says it’s been a time of mixed emotions: