Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 7 December 2022
30. Deputy Emer Higgins asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if he has engaged with the HSE to examine if a site at Crooksling, Brittas, County Dublin is suitable for use for medium-term accommodation for Ukrainian refugees; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [61110/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraMy Department is continuing to work closely with local authorities and the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth (DCEDIY) to identify, refurbish, and bring into use, multi-unit vacant properties that may be suitable and available for accommodation purposes for beneficiaries of temporary protection from Ukraine.
The building referred to in the question was identified a number of months ago as possibly suitable for use in the provision of accommodation for Beneficiaries of Temporary Protection. However, upon further inspection the property has not been included in the current phase of the refurbishment programme. Factors considered in making this determination include the condition of the facility, the associated cost and duration of refurbishment works, location, amenities and access to public transport.
