International Protection

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 24 January 2023

Tuesday, 24 January 2023

Questions (292)

Ivana Bacik

Question:

292. Deputy Ivana Bacik asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if his Department possesses projections as to the number of hotels that are not expected to renew State contracts to host refugees in 2023; and his plans to ensure any shortfall in accommodation is made up. [2747/23]

Written answers

Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage

Contracting of hotel accommodation for both refugees and beneficiaries of temporary protection is a matter for the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth. My Department has no function in this matter.