International Protection

Thursday, 13 November 2025

Ceisteanna (381)

Matt Carthy

Ceist:

381. Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration further to Parliamentary Question No. 116 of 22 October 2025, if the response to the question regarding whether a company which operates international protection accommodation at a site (details supplied) are facing legal proceedings under the Fire Services Act in relation to taking water by tanker from a fire hydrant, a practice which the Minister for State for Migration told the Dáil on 9 October 2025 has now ceased is now available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [62644/25]

Amharc ar fhreagra

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration

In relation to the property mentioned, my Department has held a contract with a provider at this location since 2023 for the provision of international protection accommodation.

While all matters relating to essential services and utilities at an accommodation centre remain under the remit of the provider, my Department is aware that water supplies at the property have needed augmentation with tankered water for a significant period.

My Department was informed that the provider recently changed supplier for the provision of tankered water at the property.

My Department does not hold information in relation to any proceedings under the Fire Services Act, as this would be a matter for the relevant Local Authority.