Roderic O'Gorman (Dublin West, Green Party) | Oireachtas source

In my initial response to Deputy Harkin, I spoke about the 700 OPW modular builds, which are small but are of a very high spec. I think they have an A3 rating. They consist of living space with two bedrooms - a double bedroom and a bedroom with two bunk beds - and a toilet facility. There is a small kitchenette in the living space as well. They are for the use of Ukrainians for up to three years. After that point, local authorities will make a determination on whether they want to continue to use them. I believe that in terms of the spec, the ones that have been built will be of use, and more of that type may well have a significant role in our wider accommodation response. This was always seen as a pilot of the use of this particular method of construction.

I assure Deputy Harkin that any change we make will not just be a change on its own, but will be communicated through all of the channels we have with Ukrainians in Ukraine and across Europe. The very real nature of the challenge of securing accommodation outside of State-owned accommodation will be conveyed. The Ukrainian population across Europe are knowledgeable, have an understanding and are very able to communicate. We will make clear the challenges that exist in terms of the non-supported accommodation system here.

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