Government runs out of accommodation for asylum-seekers arriving into Ireland

A spokesperson said tents and sleeping bags would be provided to asylum-seekers where required

A spokesperson for the Department of Integration confirmed that there is now a shortfall of accommodation for international protection applicants. File picture: Conor Ó Mearáin / Collins 

The Government is no longer able to provide accommodation to all asylum-seekers arriving in the State due to a severe shortage of beds.

A spokesperson for the Department of Integration confirmed there was now a shortfall of accommodation for international protection applicants.