Varadkar: Special package for towns that have taken in the most asylum seekers

Reacting to a demonstration outside a hotel in Roscrea, Co Tipperary, Leo Varadkar said people have the right to protest in any democracy. Picture: Brendan Gleeson

A special package for the 10 areas that have taken in the highest numbers of Ukrainians and asylum seekers is to be put in place to support communities, the Taoiseach has said.

Leo Varadkar has said further resources, including school places, increased gardaí and healthcare provisions will be allocated to towns and villages that have seen a large increase in population due to accommodating those seeking refuge.