The need for a Robust Independent Appeals Mechanism for Decisions related to Social Housing and Homelessness
Mercy Law Resource Centre’s Solicitor, Kate Heffernan, speaks about the significant barriers victim-survivors of domestic violence continue to face in accessing safe accommodation
At a recent event, At The Margins, Three Priority Areas Through a Human Rights Lens hosted by the Bar of Ireland, Mercy Law Resource Centre‘s Solicitor, Kate Heffernan, spoke about the significant barriers victim-survivors of domestic violence continue to face in accessing safe accommodation. Chaired by Hon. Ms. Justice Sara Phelan, Kate Heffernan, Tara O’Leary and […]
Recent Trends in MLRC Casework by Adam Boyle
Recent Trends in Casework It is disappointing to note a continuing trend in our casework, where much of the work of the solicitors is focused on trying to ensure access to basic, emergency homeless supports for our clients. We are consistently referred cases from advocates, social workers, and frontline homeless services to assist households who […]
MLRC Client Journey Profile, Finding emergency accommodation for a young mother
Edited by Kate Heffernan The client WM has one young daughter, age 3. After losing her job in December 2024, WM became unable to pay her landlord the following months’ rent. WM informed her landlord and the Council, which was in a rural region, of this; and a member of the Council staff told WM […]
