Jack Chambers (Dublin West, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I thank the delegates for their report and presentation. I have read the Ombudsman's opening statement. I only have one question. I ask the delegates to tell me if it has been asked because it is rude to start repeating questions.

The Ombudsman is aware that we have visited direct provision centres. He has done work on this issue. The recast EU directive on reception conditions was mentioned. What can a vulnerable person going through the cycle of emergency accommodation do to challenge it legally? There have been reports on the issue; there is an outreach team, while various agencies or NGOs are providing for oversight and an element of reporting on it. How can it be dealt with properly in order that there will be an outcome for the people who are badly affected? That is my only question and Mr. Tyndall can tell me if it has been answered.