Asylum seekers demand changes to system

ASYLUM seekers yesterday protested outside Leinster House, demanding changes to the current system which they said meant some people living in direct provision for six years or more.

A crowd of up to 200 asylum seekers travelled from around the country to attend the demonstration, many holding placards complaining about conditions in hostels and about the length of time taken to process cases.

Among the signs were those which read “RIP human rights, End cruelty in hostels — enough is enough” and “Fine Gael and Labour — remember your promises for asylum seekers”.