Brendan Griffin (Kerry, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Everyone agrees that own-door accommodation is a better option than the direct provision system as it has existed to date. I am concerned, however, about circumstances where the residents would be happier to remain with the status quo, as distinct from an own-door scenario so far away. I have called for this decision to be reviewed to allow for time to see if alternative accommodation is available in the immediate vicinity. Should there be some sort of a formal opt-out arrangement? Has the Department communicated with our guests about anything along those lines?