In an announcement that could impact dozens of hotels currently housing Ukrainians in Ireland, the Taoiseach has suggested that these accommodations may become available to the public once again during the summer months. With the number of Ukrainians in State accommodation decreasing, this move could mean that towns and villages could potentially regain access to their hotel facilities.
At the launch of the Fine Gael manifestos for the local and European Parliament elections, Simon Harris emphasized the need for common sense in immigration policy, mentioning that people across the country are seeking assistance while also desiring practical solutions.
Fine Gael, with 349 candidates in the local elections and five in the European elections, is gearing up for a competitive campaign. The Taoiseach called on all candidates to engage more actively with voters, emphasizing the importance of addressing key issues such as housing, investor funds impacting the property market, and improving disability services.