Professor Siobhán Mullally:

The question of location and access to services is a serious challenge for asylum seekers outside Dublin. Even in cities such as Galway, if asylum seekers seek access to legal information, they are sent to Dublin because such limited resources are available. Outside the metropolitan areas, it is even more challenging and difficult. Given the limited access to information and the absence of a proactive outreach programme to support people transitioning to employment, there will be an increased risk of exploitation and barriers to accessing employment. We know that already in terms of access to any services.