Carol Nolan (Laois-Offaly, Independent)
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534. To ask the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if his Department has made progress on any efforts to seek contributions from international protection applicants from 2018 to date for their reception costs in line with article 5(2) of S.I. No. 230 of 2018; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41003/24]

Roderic O'Gorman (Dublin West, Green Party)
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On foot of Government approval to conduct an overall review of entitlements for those within the International Protection (IP) system, my Department has been asked by Government to explore options for adults in receipt of income, that are living in International Protection Accommodation Service (IPAS) accommodation, to make an income-based contribution to accommodation costs.

The overall purpose of this proposal is to ensure equity and fairness in accommodation-related contributions sought from people across all of society, including those in IPAS accommodation.

Many other EU Member States operate some form of contribution model in this sector. The income limits and contribution rates used vary from country to country.

IPAS is responsible for the provision of accommodation and related services to IP applicants who wish to accept an offer of accommodation from the State. This offering includes all meals and utilities. Full access to public medical services is provided and a weekly personal allowance is also paid to each person.