Representatives from groups United Against Racism, Social Rights Ireland and End Direct Provision Action say they are"disgusted at the Government's calculated decision to move asylum seekers out of the city centre to a remote location, ahead of the St Patrick's Day Festival".United Against Racism said the housing crisis has been caused by the Government, not refugees.
The statement pointed out that the campsite at the IPO was destroyed, with"thousands of euros" worth of tents and belongings cleared and dumped. A van from Safetynet Primary Healthcare, which provides healthcare services to vulnerable groups including international protection applicants, entered Crooksling.There were around 30 tents at the IPO this morning.
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