The cost of refugees

The UK government has so far agreed to accept 20,000 refugees with many pressing for the number to be increased to 50,000. 

The cost of refugees

It will cost the British taxpayer £24,000 a year. The Irish Government must confirm anticipated costs to the taxpayer of settling refugees.

Michael A Moriarty

Rochestown

Cork

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