The Immigrant Council of Ireland said figures confirming that prostitution and drugs account for an estimated €1.2bn of our economic activity – or 0.7% of GDP – again underline the foothold organised crime has in our communities.

The Immigrant Council says a man who has been declared stateless after his citizenship was revoked, is thrilled he can now apply to become Irish.

The Immigrant Council is calling for all immigrants to be offered English-language courses when they come to Ireland.