Michael Kitt (Galway East, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I thank our visitors for a very good explanation of what is involved in the direct provision system. I recall many years ago that in Galway, where I live, accommodation was provided in hostels and small hotels which were unsatisfactory too. We did not use the term "direct provision" at that time.

We have heard about good and poor management of these centres, as well as the need for qualified personnel to be able to deal with mental health issues affecting those in direct provision accommodation. As good management of these centres is key, how are their management structures put together?

If we were to end all of this and start all over again, where should one start?