Dublin homeless charity suspends employee

The Board of a homeless charity based in Dublin city centre say they have suspended an employee and appointed a senior counsel to examine “serious matters” that have come to its attention.

In a statement released yesterday evening, the board of Inner City Helping Homeless said it has also suspended the use of a separate service provider.

Chairperson of the charity, David Hall said that in recent days, serious matters have come to the attention of the board.

“We immediately initiated an investigation and commenced an independent process, which we expect recommendations from shortly. In the interim, we have suspended an employee and the use of a separate service provider,” he said.

“The board has also moved to appoint an independent senior counsel, Mr Remy Farrell to fully evaluate issues of concern.

“We are in communication with the Charities Regulator.

“The board is mindful of the vital role our team of volunteers and staff play in the daily lives of those sleeping rough in Dublin.

“We are grateful to them and our wider network of supporters.

“We as a board will continue to take whatever steps are necessary at this time to protect and enhance the invaluable work of the organisation and the welfare of all service users.”

Inner City Helping Homelss was founded in 2013 and focuses on outreach programmes working with homeless people in Dublin’s inner city.