Information regarding emergency accomodation over the festive period in Carlow and Kilkenny

Those who encounter a homeless emergency over the Christmas break are advised to contact De Paul Homeless Services in Carlow.

Carlow County Council say their offices will be closed from Wednesday, December 24th until Tuesday, December 30th, with no homeless assessments available during the period.

De Paul can be reached at 059 913 5229.

In Kilkenny, the Good Shepherd Centre may be contacted for out of hours homeless services on 056 772 2566.