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Calls to end planning exemption for IPAS

A loophole allowing the conversion of derelict or vacant properties into accommodation for intern...

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11.00 13 Jan 2026


Calls to end planning exemption for IPAS


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11.00 13 Jan 2026


A loophole allowing the conversion of derelict or vacant properties into accommodation for international protection applicants without full planning permission needs to be closed.

 That’s the view of Fine Gael Senator, Mark Duffy, who joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.


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