Over 200 new arrivals 'left to fend for themselves' due to lack of housing

The closure of the Citywest transit hub is likely to go on for longer than previous closures, according to a Department of Integration spokesperson. Picture Colin Keegan/ Collins 

There were 208 International Protection applicants (IPAs) without State-provided accommodation, as of February 23, the Department of Integration has confirmed.

Since the closure of the Transit Hub at Citywest on January 24, a total of 198 people who were previously without accommodation have subsequently been offered accommodation.