Councils turning to the islands to accommodate Ukrainian refugees 

Cork County Council officials recently viewed a number of properties on Cape Clear island to see if they are suitable for Ukrainians, say residents. Picture: Neil Michael

Councils are looking for properties on islands off the Irish coast to accommodate Ukrainians living in student accommodation.

Thousands of refugees face having to leave accommodation before the next academic year begins, with many being told they need to vacate their flats over the next two weeks.