Almost 1,000 Ukrainians to be moved to 'winter-ready' cabins in Laois

Gormanston military camp in Co Meath, used to house Ukrainian refugees in military tents as an emergency measure. Picture: Department of the Taoiseach /PA Wire

Up to 950 Ukrainians are to be moved into “winter-ready” marquee-style cabins at a site in Laois as the Government prepares for a tightening of accommodation ahead of the cold weather.

Politicians in the local area have been informed today that the Department of Integration has signed a new contract for the use of the site at Stradbally Estate, with the accommodation to be available on a phased basis from November 6 and for a 32-week period.