News - International Protection
Longford has second lowest number of asylum-seekers in Ireland
There are 143 in the county, according to the Department of Migration.
Oct 29, 2025 08:47
Protest planned in Roscommon over asylum seeker centre proposal
It follows an application seeking an exemption to accommodate those seeking International Protection in the town.
Jul 5, 2025 09:29
Anti-IPAS group to hold meeting in Roscommon tonight as campaign continues
The Roscommon Says No to IPAS group has said it would stage a public meeting in the coming weeks.
Jun 11, 2025 13:45
New Roscommon councillor denies any links to refugee housing
Councillor Michael Holland says any claims of his involvement are not true.
May 27, 2025 17:27
Decision due in August on Roscommon town asylum centre
Noel Whelan applied to An Bord Pleanala for an exemption to house those seeking international protection in April.
May 15, 2025 13:13
LISTEN: Public meeting in Leitrim Village tonight to discuss plan for hotel to accommodate asylum-seekers
It's being organised by the local community and is taking place in St Joseph's Hall in the village at 9.30.
Feb 20, 2025 13:54
Local priest says refugees should be made feel welcome in Castlerea
Around 90 people protested against plans to accommodate 52 International Protection applicants in the town yesterday.
May 20, 2024 17:18
Tents erected to accomodate more refugees at Lissywollen Athlone
The tents are being erected at the Direct Provision Centre at Lissywollen Athlone
Aug 16, 2022 09:28Shannonside Newsletter
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