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Criticism of local councillors over response to proposed refugee accommodation

May 22, 2025 13:55
By Shannonside News
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Criticism of local councillors over response to proposed refugee accommodation
Academy House in Roscommon town

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

There's been criticism of local councillors over the handling of an application to house asylum seekers in Roscommon. It follows an application by Noel Whelan for an exemption to accommodate refugees at a property on Goff Street in the town. Planning was refused by Roscommon County Council earlier this year over traffic and pedestrian safety concerns. A group called Roscommon Says No To IPAS has been set up to oppose the move. Danika Donlon, a member of the group, has called on public representatives to speak up:

Shannonside FM has again contacted Roscommon councillors and local Fianna Fáil TD Martin Daly for comment.

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