The Irish government has agreed to reduce the length of stay for newly arrived Ukrainians in public housing from 90 to 30 days, national broadcaster RTE has reported. This decision follows the recent influx of Ukrainian refugees into Ireland, which has placed additional pressure on the country’s housing resources.
The policy change aims to provide more immediate assistance to Ukrainian refugees while ensuring housing resources are allocated efficiently. Officials have emphasized that the adjustment is part of a broader strategy to support refugees and integrate them into the Irish society.
The move has been welcomed by humanitarian organizations and refugee advocacy groups, who believe that the shortened stay will enable Ukrainian families to find stable housing more quickly. However, some experts have raised concerns about the potential strain on existing housing stock and the need for adequate support services for refugees.