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Lack of social housing in Killybegs 'at breaking point'

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Lack of social housing in Killybegs 'at breaking point'

A lack of social housing in Killybegs is said to be at breaking point.

 

The waiting list has increased while housing development in the area it's not going at a fast enough pace to cope with the demand.

 

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While some projects locally are ongoing, it could be years before hopeful tenants turn the key in the door.

 

Some people are reportedly living in caravans in the interim.

 

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Local Independent Cllr Niamh Kennedy says it is an issue right across the country but something needs to be done to speed up the process: