SDLP MLA for Newry & Armagh Justin McNulty has called for urgent action on homelessness.
He was speaking after a recent visit to the Simon Community in Armagh.
Mr McNulty said:
“I recently had the opportunity to meet some of the brilliant team at the Simon Community in Armagh. The dedication and compassion that they show to those in need is truly inspirational.
“The Simon Community is more than an organisation: it is a lifeline that provides a safe harbour for people who have fallen on tough times and helps them to rebuild their life. By offering more than just a place to stay, the Simon Community helps people to regain their independence and work towards a future in which they are no longer at risk of homelessness.
“The staff are hosting a Christmas dinner for their 30 plus clients at Linenhall Street, and any support from the public is welcome. The work of the Simon Community is not something that it can do alone: the organisation is grateful for support, whether through financial support, volunteering our time or simply raising awareness of homelessness in the North. Particularly at this time of year, it is devastating to see the impact of homelessness on individuals who have ended up in this situation often through no fault of their own. Sadly not everyone is blessed to have a roof over their heads and loved ones around them this Christmas.”
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