News - Refugees

Locally housed refugees to remain in tents in winds under 120kph

There are currently over 100 international protection applicants staying at the former Colum Barracks in Mullingar.

Oct 4, 2023 13:38

The move was confirmed over night by Roscommon/Galway Sinn Fein TD Claire Kerrane.

Sep 27, 2023 13:13

A six week contract has been signed for glamping tents to be used at the Electric Picnic site in Stradbally, Co Laois.

Sep 5, 2023 09:11

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

Sep 1, 2023 13:12

The fund is aimed at organisations that assist in the integration of International Protection Applicants.

Jul 21, 2023 13:54

Over 15,000 Ukrainian pupils are now attending schools nationally.

Jul 10, 2023 13:13

3,000 Ukrainian refugees are currently living in the Shannonside region according to figures from the start of the month.

Jun 23, 2023 12:53

Local Councillors met the council executive last week to highlight concerns.

Jun 9, 2023 13:16

Local Councillors raised concerns over the availability of health and recreational services in the town for those being settled locally.

May 30, 2023 14:00

A tax-free recognition payment of €800 per month is available

May 30, 2023 07:12

Deputy Kerrane believes the frustration and tension felt by some communities can be avoided if communities get the resources they need.

May 26, 2023 08:52

It follows tensions in some communities in Dublin and Clare in recent days over asylum seeker accommodation.

May 16, 2023 14:04

The former psychiatric hospital is located on a large campus on the outskirts of Mullingar town

Apr 24, 2023 07:26

He also addressed the war in Ukraine, the climate crisis, global hunger and poverty.

Mar 16, 2023 09:42

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