Written answers
Wednesday, 8 May 2024
Department of Justice and Equality
International Protection
Michael McNamara (Clare, Independent)
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336. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the number that were in the international protection system awaiting either a decision on their international protection application or their application for leave to remain; the number that had been granted status either international protection or leave to remain; the number that had received a deportation order; the number that do not fall within any of the foregoing categories up to the end of March 2024; and if she will outline the basis upon which the latter group is provided accommodation by IPAS [20272/24]
Helen McEntee (Meath East, Fine Gael)
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The information requested is currently being compiled and I will write to the Deputy directly once the information is to hand.
I can assure the Deputy that my Department is working to have a response ready shortly.
Michael McNamara (Clare, Independent)
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337. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the number of international protection applicants who were living outside direct provision in private-rented accommodation at the end of March 2024. [20274/24]
Helen McEntee (Meath East, Fine Gael)
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As the Deputy will be aware, the International Protection Accommodation Service (IPAS) under the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth is responsible for the provision of accommodation and related services to applicants who wish to accept such services.
I am advised that there are currently 29,456 applicants in IPAS accommodation as of 28 April 2024. I further understand that around 5,546 have been granted some form of status, while the remainder of applicants occupying IPAS accommodation have yet to receive a decision. As the Deputy will appreciate the numbers fluctuate on an ongoing basis.
Applicants for international protection are required to cooperate with the international protection process. This includes ensuring their Temporary Residence Card is in date and their address is up-to-date with the International Protection Office (IPO). While the IPO records each applicant’s address, this does not include categorising their specific accommodation type, whether private or rented.
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