Cork refugee centre rejects protestors' concerns over newly housed asylum seekers

In a message to locals, seen by the Irish Examiner, the management of St Joseph’s Convent said they were delighted to welcome their 'guests'

Protestors outside the accommodation centre in Fermoy, North Cork.

Leaders of a protest against newly housed asylum seekers at a former convent in North Cork have seen their concerns rejected by its management.

Dozens of people tonight protested outside the accommodation centre in Fermoy demanding the immediate deportation of 66 recently arrived international protection (IP) applicants.