News - Refugees

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
Government called on to ensure NPHET style response to refugee housing
It comes after a large anti-immigration protest was held in Dublin this week.
Feb 3, 2023 09:54
Kerry man facing trial in Greece for aiding refugees who crossed to EU
Amnesty International has labelled the trial ' farcical' and called for all the charges to be dropped.
Jan 9, 2023 14:21
Armagh man jailed over death of migrants ordered to pay compensation to families
39 men, women and children suffocated in the back of Ronan Hughes lorry trailer in 2019.
Jan 6, 2023 17:51
Feasibility study launches to investigate potential use of Donamon Castle
The public are being urged to complete to study which is available on surveymonkey.co.uk.
Dec 22, 2022 18:15
Speculation about new 'Junior Minister for refugees'
The issue of finding accommodation for refugees in the midst of a housing crisis has already led to serious problems
Dec 20, 2022 09:41
Call for Ukrainian refugees to be allowed stay in Dundalk
The families have made ties with the local area and are dismayed at having to move hundreds of kilometres away now
Dec 19, 2022 08:27
Ballaghaderreen community activist calls for additional resources prior to arrival of more refugees
The chair of Roscommon Leader Partnership says Ballaghaderreen has been welcoming and has done a lot since the opening of the e-roc centre in 2017.
Dec 12, 2022 13:29
Over 150 attend public meeting on future use of Longford Greyhound Track
The meeting was called to highlight local opposition towards any plans for modular housing at Longford Greyhound track.
Dec 9, 2022 08:20
Petition opposing use of Longford Greyhound Track for modular homes surpasses target
A public meeting will be held this evening in the Red Room at PVs in Longford Town from 8PM to discuss the issue.
Dec 8, 2022 07:47Shannonside Newsletter
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