Tens of thousands more could be paid social welfare on returning homeGranting residency could put further strain on the State’s already creaking system for accommodating refugees. Ministers have been warned, however, that granting residency to some Ukrainians who are employed in Ireland may result in them being joined by family members – potentially putting further strain on the State’s already creaking system for accommodating refugees. Draft proposals for the future of the estimated 75,000 Ukrainians in Ireland were discussed at a cabinet committee meeting earlier this month. Ministers were given survey data from Ukrainian Action in Ireland, showing that 41pc – or just over 30,000 of refugees currently benefiting from the temporary protection – have decided to stay. However, any decisions will hinge on whether the EU decides to extend the temporary protection directive.

Source: Irish Independent May 19, 2023 09:05 UTC