Asylum seekers transferred from Mount Street encampment to state housing in southwest Dublin

The temporary encampment of asylum seekers near the International Protection Office on Mount Street in Dublin’s city centre has been successfully dismantled, and its residents have been relocated to state-provided accommodations in Citywest and Crooksling, both located in southwest Dublin. 

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Relocation from Mount Street Encampment to State Housing provides Improved Living Conditions

This relocation process took place on Wednesday morning when the men were awakened and transported via buses to the International Protection Accommodation Service (IPAS)-designated facilities. 

The Mount Street encampment had been home to over 200 male asylum seekers, who now have a new opportunity to improve their living conditions and access essential amenities. The move aims to provide more secure and comfortable environments for those seeking refuge. 

The Crooksling site offers robust, weatherproof tents, sanitary facilities, food provisions, and security, according to a statement from the Department of the Taoiseach. These amenities are part of a broader effort to enhance the well-being and dignity of asylum seekers in the region. Transitioning these individuals to state-provided accommodations, the government aims to offer a better quality of life and support during their time in Dublin.

Dublin City Council has also taken action to clean the surrounding streets, ensuring a cleaner and safer environment for all residents in the area.