'We don't have enough services to keep tourists' says Roscrea group

Amid ongoing protests outside Racket Hall, currently being used to house up to 160 asylum seekers, the Roscrea Community Action Group says it wants its concerns to be heard at a Government level

Protestors have kept up their round the clock demonstrations outside Racket Hall, Roscrea, where up to 160 asylum seekers are being housed. Picture: Brendan Gleeson

A new community action group has been formed in Roscrea to highlight some residents’ concerns about the impact the arrival of asylum seekers has had on the town.

Tensions remain in the area since a protest at Racket Hall, on January 11, made international headlines last month.