News - Asylum seekers

Almost 100 children living in IPAS centres in Roscommon

These asylum-seekers are being accommodated in four centres across the county.

May 25, 2026 13:20

A local Labour Party member says further investment in services are needed in the northwest.

May 18, 2026 17:20

Aug 8, 2025 08:22

An Bord Pleanala is due to make a decision on the property known as Academy House in August.

Jul 6, 2025 08:22

It follows an application seeking an exemption to accommodate those seeking International Protection in the town.

Jul 5, 2025 09:29

The Roscommon Says No to IPAS group has said it would stage a public meeting in the coming weeks.

Jun 11, 2025 13:45

It follows an application by Noel Whelan for an exemption to accommodate refugees at a property on Goff Street in Roscommon

May 22, 2025 13:55

Doras says if the government wants them to contribute it must ensure they have access to services and supports like everyone else.

Sep 14, 2024 08:00

His call comes after an investigation is under way into a suspected arson attack at a site in Dublin that was being renovated for asylum-seekers.

Jul 19, 2024 14:09

Gareth Scahill was speaking after a number of residents in the area reported receiving leaflets from an unknown source.

Jun 5, 2024 18:02

Up to 60 international protection applicants are set to be housed in the former Stella Maris nursing home in Baylough.

May 24, 2024 13:05

It follows speculation 52 asylum-seekers or refugees would be accommodated in 13 apartments in the town.

May 14, 2024 15:39

Local residents held protests in the village last November saying existing services would be stretched to the limit.

Apr 30, 2024 08:51

According to the Department of Integration, the B&B will host 24 people consisting of families seeking International Protection.

Mar 28, 2024 07:47

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