Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 3 October 2023
538. Deputy Paul Murphy asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if there are plans to accommodate refugees in a property (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42431/23]
View answerInitial offers of accommodation were received by the International Protection Procurement Service (IPPS) for this property.
Following a proposal from a potential provider, IPPS completes a detailed assessment before any property is deemed suitable as accommodation for international protection applicants or beneficiaries of temporary protection.
This includes the review of information on the building's safety and fitness for occupancy, its catering provision and room sizes, its recreational and lounge facilities and various other criteria such as wi-fi, security provision and staffing.
IPPS assesses the proposal and any supporting documentation to determine the suitability of the premises, and may also complete an inspection of the property.
However, following this process, IPPS is no longer considering this property for use.
