The Latest Breaking News from Peter McVerry Trust

Over 9,000 people homeless in Dublin with slight increase in May

There were 9,160 people in emergency accommodation in Dublin in May

Dublin Live · Jun 30, 2023

Rug sweeps up €85,000 for homeless charity at Dublin charity auction

The colourful rug sold for a surprisingly high figure, with proceeds going towards the Peter McVerry Trust

Dublin Live · Feb 7, 2023

Peter McVerry Trust CEO to step down to provide 'one-to-one' support services

Peter Doyle, who was appointed CEO 18 years ago, will continue to work with the homeless charity while providing supports to vulnerable people on a personal level

Dublin Live · Jan 23, 2023

Fr Peter McVerry reveals drug dealers are taking over homes in Dublin with victims left feeling 'trapped and powerless'

Gangsters threaten and target people as they control homes owned by Dublin City Council to store and sell their dodgy gear.

Irish Mirror · Sep 23, 2022

DRHE to carry out review following death of Tony Dempsey at Kevin Barry House

Mr Dempsey was beaten to death in a ground floor property in the building on Coleraine Street in Dublin’s north inner city.

Dublin Live · Sep 22, 2022

'Warnings' not acted on before tragic death of Tony Dempsey in 'drugs den', claims councillor

"A number of red flags and warnings went off but nothing was done"

Dublin Live · Sep 14, 2022

Two men injured in alleged stabbing in broad daylight in Newbridge, Co Kildare as gardai launch investigation

Gardai have launched an investigation into the incident which occurred at around 12.30pm on Monday, August 8

Irish Mirror · Aug 9, 2022

Father Peter McVerry attacked at his home after 'opening door to person looking for help'

'In the brief interaction that followed, Fr McVerry sustained minor injuries'

Irish Mirror · Jun 13, 2022

Fr Peter McVerry suffers minor injuries after assault in north Dublin home

He sustained bruising on his face following the incident

Dublin Live · Jun 13, 2022

'Stealth' planning exemption for homeless hostel in south Dublin overturned

The Peter McVerry Trust had plans to set up a 74-bed homeless hostel on Lower Baggot Street inside a €5 million Georgian hotel with 24 bedrooms

Dublin Live · Jun 8, 2022