New data shows 88 people have died in direct provision since it was established

IPAS said it was publishing these statistics on a bi-annual basis in a bid to 'balance the need for openness and transparency' with the ''expectation of privacy and consideration of the sensitive nature surrounding the death of any individual for their family and friends'. File picture

Almost 90 people have died while in direct provision since its inception.

New figures from the International Protection Accommodation Service (IPAS) show that up to June 1, 2021, 88 people have died in the facilities.