Justice Department warns skyrocketing deportation litigation could cost Ireland €15 million in 2026
Government allocates €2.7 million to help migrants in Ireland overcome employment barriers
Irish grandmother freed after five-month ICE detention highlights risks for frequent transatlantic travellers
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Festive rush: Dublin Airport handles global homecomings as peak travel period begins
Dublin Airport kicked off its busiest week of the year with smooth immigration processing and heart-warming family reunions, signalling a full recovery of international travel volumes. The spike highlights both Ireland’s renewed connectivity and looming capacity debates at its main gateway.
Ireland’s Justice Department warns of €15 million legal bill as faster asylum decisions trigger surge in court challenges
The International Protection Office has asked for an extra €15 million to fight an anticipated rise in asylum-related judicial reviews. The bill reflects a Government push to issue faster decisions and deport failed applicants before they gain long-term rights. The request underscores the financial and operational strain of aligning Ireland’s asylum system with the forthcoming EU Migration Pact and signals possible knock-on effects for wider labour-migration policy.
24-hour helpline launched for asylum seekers as Citywest hub closes to new arrivals over Christmas
Because the Citywest reception centre is full, the Government has set up a 24-hour helpline to place newly arrived asylum seekers and Ukrainian refugees in emergency accommodation over the Christmas break. The hotline, which runs until early January, aims to prevent rough-sleeping but underscores Ireland’s ongoing shortage of reception capacity.