John Brady (Wicklow, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I am deeply concerned that rather than trying to dismantle the shameful direct provision system, the Government is seeking to expand it and open a direct provision centre in Wicklow town. It must be remembered that Fianna Fáil created and established the direct provision system. It was meant to be on a temporary basis for up to six months for people seeking international protection and asylum. The Taoiseach will be aware that all the NGOs representing asylum seekers have voiced serious and deep concerns about direct provision.

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