International Protection

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 28 February 2023

Tuesday, 28 February 2023

Ceisteanna (431)

Patrick Costello

Ceist:

431. Deputy Patrick Costello asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth the number of children currently in direct provision; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9485/23]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth

Deputy, the number of children currently in International Protection Accommodation Service (IPAS) accommodation currently stands at 4,139 as of 19 February 2023.