A tax-free recognition payment of €800 per month is available for properties used to house those arriving from Ukraine.

According to CSO figures, the number of Ukrainians in employment is steadily increasing.

A public meeting will be held this evening in the Red Room at PVs in Longford Town from 8PM to discuss the issue.

Social Farming offers people who are socially, physically, mentally or intellectually disadvantaged the opportunity to spend time on a family farm in a healthy, supportive and inclusive environment.

While both elected representatives acknowledge there's a need to provide accommodation to refugees, Councillor Nolan says the greyhound stadium must be left as a recreational amenity as outlined in the county development plan.

Councillor Gerry Warnock has raised concerns over the site due to its plans for a skatepark and cycle way which part eight planning was adopted for by councillors at yesterday's meeting.

The comments come as the Ukrainian ambassador to Ireland announced a visit to Drumshanbo in December earlier today.