The International Protection Accommodation Service (IPAS) are currently utilising six locations in the County Clare region.
They are: Clare Lodge Hostel in Ennis, King Thomond Hotel Lisdoonvarna, Knockalisheen accommodation centre, Unit 1 Quin Road Business Park Ennis, Kiltanon Court in Tulla and Magowna House in Inch.
There are a total of 614 international protection applicants (IPAs) currently being accommodated in Co. Clare.
Discussions are at an advanced stage for Clare Lakelands Hotel, Main Street, Scarriff, Co Clare. It is anticipated that this property can be brought into use in the near future to provide accommodation to families. The Department is engaged with local representatives and the local authority and are providing accurate information about the proposed use of this property.
IPAS is also engaging with a provider for another offer of accommodation. A full assessment is underway at present, and, if a contract is agreed, it is hoped that this property can be brought into use.