The number of people living in emergency accommodation has increased again.
It's hit 15,747 - yet another record.
Department of Housing figures show there are 4,844 children growing up in B&Bs and hotels.
The figures for May show it's an 11 percent increase compared to last year.
The total number increased by 167 compared to April.
The issue is most acute in Dublin - where there are 11,323 people living in emergency accommodation.
The data released by the Department of Housing doesn't include asylum seekers, refugees, women in refuge centres, rough sleepers or the so-called hidden homeless.
Catherine Kenny, CEO of Dublin Simon Community, says: "A housing crisis may be on the political agenda, but its most devastating consequence — homelessness — remains overlooked.
"I have observed over the past two weeks: from renters, fear and apprehension and for small landlords, uncertainty and hesitation. Institutional investors will further wait and see what a housing plan and Budget 2026 will incentivise. But for people experiencing homelessness? Nothing. No change, no relief, as yet, no pathway forward.
"In light of today's numbers, stability must be at the forefront in addressing the chaotic housing market with chronic shortages. All eyes are now focused on a housing plan and Budget 2026 as to what it will provide as incentives to kickstart a greater housing supply in a market that has plateaued.
"As the new rental rules will do little to help those stuck in emergency accommodation, the next national housing plan, due in a few weeks, must bring meaningful measures for those who are experiencing homelessness."
