It's only been a matter of days since Home Sweet Home activists began their occupation of Apollo House in order to provide accommodation to the homeless of Dublin over winter, but already thousands of people have pledged their support to the cause.

A gofundme page was set up on Friday by Oisin Fagan, a member of the Irish Housing Network finance team, with all donations set to go to the Irish Housing Network and excess funds to be given to the campaign to end homelessness.

The campaign has enjoyed considerable public attention due to the involvement of a number of high profile Irish figures such as Hozier and Jon Connors.

Irish musician Glen Hansard spoke with Hot Press during the weekend and outlined why action was taken to occupy Apollo House.

You can read our discussion with Glen here.

Despite news that the legal action will be taken against the people occupying the NAMA-owned building, it is expected that Home Sweet Home will be allowed to continue their campaign until after Christmas. As many as five families are currently residing in Apollo House.

You can offer your support to Home Sweet Home here: gofundme.com/home-sweet-home-ireland.