Football boots and a doll's house: The Santa wish lists from children in Cork's direct provision centres

More than 100 children and teenagers from different direct provision centres in Cork City were treated to a joyous Christmas party by volunteers at UCC's Aula Maxima

Martha beams broadly as she enjoys the games at the children’s Christmas party organised by Direct Provision Events at the Aula Maxima, UCC. Pictures: Chani Anderson

“I would like a pair of football boots. I play soccer in my school, and I just need a pair to play in,” 16-year-old Ayanda said as he hoped for a good festive season for himself and his family this year.

Four-year-old Precious said she would like a doll's house, somewhere that she can keep her dolls, who live with her in her direct provision centre home.