Public event to be held in Leitrim to say asylum-seekers are welcome

A group has been established to welcome asylum-seekers to the town and they are holding a meeting in Ballinamore tonight.

A public event is taking place tonight to say asylum-seekers are welcome in Co Leitrim.

The Department of Justice has 'paused' plans to house 130 people in a direct provision centre in Ballinamore after local opposition.