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Joint Statement from Minister Stanton and representatives from the community in Ballinamore
Today, Minister of State, David Stanton TD, and officials from his Department, met with individuals representing the community in Ballinamore to continue the dialogue in respect of a proposed accommodation centre in the town.
The meeting was constructive and open, the group has articulated the community’s support for asylum seekers and to finding an appropriate accommodation solution in their town, and the Minister thanked the community representatives for their continued engagement.
The Minister, his officials and the community group have agreed to meet again in the coming days to continue these discussions.