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Government TD calls for Leitrim Marina Hotel to re-open as tourist facility

It caused uproar in the community and the offer was formally turned down yesterday.

Apr 18, 2025 12:14

Local TD insists it's 'unlikely' Leitrim hotel will become refugee centre

It's considering the proposal - but over 100 people attended a public meeting last night to voice their concerns.

Feb 21, 2025 14:16

Department of Integration to cease refugee accommodation at Cuisle

A spokesperson confirmed it would begin the process of relocating the 26 Ukrainian refugees currently housed there.

Oct 31, 2024 08:30

Opposition to plans for refugee accommodation at Donamon Castle

Public meeting tonight following approach from Department of Integration.

Oct 21, 2024 17:29

Public meeting to discuss housing of refugees at former Cuisle site

A spokesperson for the Department confirmed that the facility is currently being used to accommodate 26 people fleeing the war in Ukraine.

Oct 15, 2024 13:20

Local priest urges community in Drumshanbo to support Ukrainian families

The Department of Integration has decided to close the centre at the end of May as it has a significant number of vacancies.

May 21, 2024 13:06

Refugees to arrive in Castlerea apartments on June 7th - government senator

Officials from the Department of Integration are due to meet politicians within the next week to discuss the plans.

May 17, 2024 16:32

Protestors in Castlerea willing to set blockade at apartments for refugees

One of the organisers of last nights protest has claimed those involved are willing to set up a full-time blockade at the apartment complex.

May 15, 2024 13:32

Modular housing for refugees proposed for Roscommon town

A process seeking expressions of interest for the provision of modular units for those fleeing the war in Ukraine began in November 2023.

Apr 16, 2024 17:42

Ballaghaderreen meeting hears of growing opposition to refugee accommodation

Anger over plans to develop 47 units in the Little Oaks area of the town.

Mar 14, 2024 17:34

Incoming Ukrainian refugees to live in tents due to lack of accommodation

The Department of Integation has confirmed tented accommodation will be provided for new arrivals fleeing the war in Ukraine.

Sep 1, 2023 13:12

Carrick-On-Shannon ready for major visitor increase- Chamber of Commerce

President of the town's chamber of Commerce, Colm McGrath says there is still plenty of space for tourists despite the ongoing crisis of housing refugees.

Feb 8, 2023 17:11

Protest in Mullingar at plans to use Columb Barrcks for refugees

The protest is a latest in a series of such events around the country

Feb 3, 2023 11:00

Athlone tented accommodation for asylum seekers stood down

It's understood the decision in part is due to the sub-zero temperatures.

Dec 9, 2022 17:47

News - Department of Integration