Citywest closes to Ukrainian refugees and asylum seekers

A stark statement released last night by the Department of integration revealed that Citywest is now full to capacity. This means people fleeing the war in Ukraine and asylum seekers who arrive at Dublin Airport may have to stay there overnight. Ciara...

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06.30 21 Oct 2022

Citywest closes to Ukrainian r...

Citywest closes to Ukrainian refugees and asylum seekers

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06.30 21 Oct 2022

A stark statement released last night by the Department of integration revealed that Citywest is now full to capacity.

This means people fleeing the war in Ukraine and asylum seekers who arrive at Dublin Airport may have to stay there overnight.

Ciara spoke to Co-founder of the Movement of Asylum Seekers in Ireland Lucky Khambule with more on this.

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