Integration Minister Disputes Lack Of Communication Claims In Westmeath Village

Protestors blocked the delivery of 18 unsanctioned modular homes last week.

The Integration Minister is disputing claims there's been no communication with a Westmeath village over the housing of asylum seekers.

Protestors gathered in Coole last week to block the delivery of 18 unsanctioned modular homes to the Coole Court site, which is already accommodating nearly 100 International Protection Applicants.

The Government has been adamant the provider didn't have a contract to develop those units, and Westmeath County Council ordered the removal of them.

Integration Minister Roderic O'Gorman told Sinn Féin Meath West TD Johnny Guirke they've been crystal clear:

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