A Roscommon TD has taken aim at the Government for its lack of service provision for Ballaghaderreen.
Sinn Féin's Claire Kerrane says the west Roscommon town has received little support in accommodating refugees.
She said a cross-Departmental approach was needed to support rural communities who welcome new arrivals.
Deputy Kerrane said Ballaghaderreen's health and education services were now struggling to provide for a growing population.
Speaking to Shannonside News, the Sinn Féin TD said she would continue to raise the issue with Government: