Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 20 November 2018
261. Deputy Fiona O'Loughlin asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the status of the consultation process announced in August 2018 on draft national standards of accommodation for persons in direct provision; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48038/18]
View answerThe consultation process for standards for accommodation offered to those seeking the protection of the State was completed at the end of October 2018. The consultations included residents' meetings, submissions from a number of national bodies and individuals as well as consultation with those seeking to deliver accommodation and those expert in a variety of fields including groups working with refugees.
The standards document is being finalised, in light of the consultation process, and will shortly be submitted to me for consideration.
