Midlands Pensioner Facing Eviction Has No Alternative Accommodation

The former soldier has suffered two strokes and his wife suffers from diabetes. 

A Westmeath pensioner, who is facing eviction, says there is no alternative accommodation available. 

85-year-old Tom and 73-year-old Maria Browne have been given notice to leave their rented home in Delvin next September.

The former soldier has suffered two strokes and his wife suffers from diabetes. 

They are currently paying €700 in rent per month, but can pay up to €1,000 per month.

Their plight was raised in the Dail yesterday by Meath West Sinn Fein TD Johnny Guirke.

Midlands 103's Kamron Clarke has been to North Westmeath to meet Tom and Johnny to find out more: 

Longford Westmeath Fianna Fáil Deputy Robert Troy says he will explore potential solutions for Tom and Maria:

READ MORE: Elderly Midlands Couple Facing Eviction From Home Of 11 Years

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