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The Government has been leasing the site since 2020.
Cabinet has given approval for the State to purchase Dublin's Citywest Hotel and Convention Centre.
It's currently used for housing international protection applicants and those fleeing the war in Ukraine, and has the capacity to accommodate 2,300 people.
The Government has been leasing the site since 2020.
Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan says there are no immediate plans to increase capacity at the site:
Thousands Of Parents Whose Children Live In UK, Romania And Poland Receive Irish Child Benefit
The largest share - nearly 2,700 children - are based in the UK, followed by over 1,300 in Romania and 1,100 in Poland.
Naas Crowned Ireland's Best Kept Town, Following IBAL Success Yesterday
It came out on top in the large urban centre category
“It’s So Cool” – Athy Girl Band’s Big Break On Netflix Series 'Ginny And Georgia'
Band member Maykala Farrell said the experience has been surreal.
Housing Department Refuses To Answer Questions On Sudden Halt Of Athy Social Homes
In response to detailed queries submitted by Kfm, including when the decision was made, what cost factors were considered, and what alternative delivery models are under consideration - the Department issued only a short statement confirming that the pause was decided on June 3 due to “overall costs for the project being considered too high.”
Most Parents Say School Uniforms Offer Poor Value For Money As Schools Urged To Keep Costs Down
The report by the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission is highlighting the back to school costs on families.
Eir Blames Truck For Months-Long Telecom Breakdown That Left 88-Year-Old Woman Stranded After Fall
In a statement issued to Kfm, the company said that a heavy goods vehicle caused “significant damage” to infrastructure, bringing down poles and cables.
ISPCA Rescues Lurcher Found In Kildangan, Described As One of Worst Cases Of Emaciation Ever Seen
ISPCA Welfare Inspector Jimmy McCormack described her as "skin and bone" and "very weak," but praised her gentle nature despite her ordeal.
Hopes Of 1,000-Pupil Curragh School Opening In 2026 "Unlikely" As Contractor Selection Months Away
The Department of Education says a contractor won’t be appointed until near the end of this year, meaning construction is unlikely to begin before early 2026.
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