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719 Ukrainian People Living With Kildare Hosts

This represents 36% of the total number of Ukrainians who have arrived in the country since the invasion of Ukraine

There are currently 719 Ukrainian people living with 426 hosts in Kildare, according to a new report released today. 

This represents 36% of the total number of Ukrainian people availing of temporary accommodation. 

Helping Irish Hosts published its findings today, and reported that 92% of hosts have had a positive experience hosting Ukrainian people.

Aoife Keane Baynes is a host in Rathangan, and has spoken on her experience: 

"We are so happy that we decided to host them and we hope they will stay with us for as long as they need to. We'd definitely recommend hosting to anyone who has a spare room or property". 

25% of Ukrainian arrivals to Ireland are currently in host accommodation or pledged properties. 

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