Communities must be heard on the placement of asylum seeker centres, the Tánaiste has said. “I read that report, and I look forward to being fully briefed in relation to this,” he said. “There’s obviously a balance here, but I do always think having an opportunity for communities to engage is very important too. 'Hearing the voices of communities'“I think the voices of communities, engaging with communities, actually help enhance social cohesion — and I would be concerned about anything that would in any way dampen down the voices of communities. Under the legislation, I will designate screening centres.

Source: Irish Examiner April 05, 2026 17:59 UTC