Joe Costello (Dublin Central, Labour)
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Question 556: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform his views on the contents of a letter (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11751/09]

Dermot Ahern (Louth, Fianna Fail)
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I have taken up the matter raised by the Deputy with the Minister for Foreign Affairs so that the issue can be discussed with the relevant authorities in Belfast. Any clarification received from the Minister for Foreign Affairs will be communicated directly to the Deputy.

I understand that the alternative route for those travelling to Dublin from Donegal town is through Sligo town. The Reception and Integration Agency (RIA) which is responsible for the accommodation of asylum seekers in direct provision accommodation will continue to provide overnight accommodation in Dublin, for one or two nights as required, to asylum seekers attending for interview. The RIA is satisfied that the accommodation provided is perfectly adequate for this purpose.