Cork homeless charity gear up for cold snap

Cork Simon say they'll be working hard to ensure that everyone who needs a bed gets one this week. 

It's comes as temperatures are set to plummet with the arrival of what has been dubed "The Beast From The East".

Cork City and County Council say they will be implementing their winter gritting programme to prepare for the weather. 

Meanwhile speaking to RedFM News Paul Sheehan of the Cork Simon Community says they're also gearing up to cater for more rough sleepers.

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