David Stanton (Cork East, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I again thank the Seanad for giving me the opportunity to speak on behalf of the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality on this subject. It is important in the first instance that those seeking protection in Ireland be provided with supports while they await a decision on their request for protection. Food, shelter, health and education are among the basic supports provided.What we are working towards is the enhancement of supports for such persons. This includes the provision of supports for those in the asylum process, programme refugees arriving from UNHCR refugee camps and those relocated within the EU from the Mediterranean hotspots. For those who are granted permission to remain in the State, there are other needs to be met based on transition and integration, and employment, health and welfare.