Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 20 March 2024
840. Deputy Alan Kelly asked the Minister for Justice how many unsuccessful applicants for protection under the 2015 were provided with accommodation by the State outside of the IPAS structure in each of the years 2021, 2022 and 2023. [12173/24]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs the Deputy will be aware, responsibility for material supports for international protection applicants are a matter for my colleague, the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth.
When an International Protection claim is being examined by the International Protection Office (IPO), the International Protection Accommodation Service (IPAS) under the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth is responsible for the provision of accommodation and related services to applicants who wish to accept such services.
No person is required to stay in any accommodation that is provided by the State. However, applicants for international protection are required to cooperate with the international protection process.
This includes ensuring their Temporary Residence Card is in date and their address is up to date with the International Protection Office (IPO).
