The Department of Integration had to spend €22,000 on new tents and sleeping bags for asylum seekers after their makeshift shelters were destroyed during a clean-up operation in Dublin on March 16, just before St. Patrick’s Day. According to Irish mirror, the operation targeted an encampment on Mount Street Lower, where around 200 male refugees … Read more
Ireland’s response to the needs of International Protection (IP) applicants is in breach of the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union, the High Court has ruled. The judgment was delivered by Justice Barry O’Donnell following a case brought by the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission (IHREC) against the State, concerning its obligations … Read more
In a significant move, Ireland has announced that all asylum seekers in the country will receive free medical care. Health Minister Stephen Donnelly revealed this groundbreaking initiative in the Dáil, emphasizing the government’s commitment to extending comprehensive healthcare to tens of thousands of refugees. Under the program named ‘Loka Abhayarthi Seva’, jointly implemented by the … Read more
In Dublin, a crisis unfolds as a group of refugees without proper identification baffles authorities amidst an evacuation due to an impending storm threat. While genuine refugees with valid credentials faced no issues during relocation, those lacking essential documents posed a significant challenge. With no names, addresses, or means of communication, these individuals left rescue … Read more
In a dramatic surge, Ireland has witnessed a significant influx of refugees flocking to its shores. Government data reveals a staggering 72% rise in asylum seekers in the first quarter of this year compared to the same period last year, with 5,163 individuals seeking refuge by March 28th. Predominantly originating from countries like Nigeria, Bangladesh, … Read more
The Irish government has greenlit an extensive project aimed at enhancing housing facilities for refugees, signaling a significant departure from previous practices. Under this scheme, slated for completion by 2028, the government plans to directly accommodate 14,000 individuals, quadrupling the initially proposed number outlined in the white paper. In a bid to modernize the outdated … Read more