The Integration Minister says it's never acceptable for protesters to block asylum seekers from accessing accommodation centres, following demonstrations in Tipperary.
Scuffles broke out between Gardaí and protesters outside Racket Hall Hotel in Roscrea yesterday, as 17 asylum seekers arrived at the centre.
Locals claim there was no engagement from the Government regarding moving international protection applicants into the hotel.
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Integration Minister Roderic O'Gorman says people have a right to protest, but added it can be carried out in a way which doesn't impact those moving in:
