Common-sense approach to migration? Yes, ministers

We cannot forget that this country would immediately grind to a halt without migrants, writes Elaine Loughlin

The Government, through years of inaction in addressing our sub-standard international protection system, may now be scrambling to find accommodation for those forced into tents along the Grand Canal.

The Simon Harris "common sense" approach to migration will only work if all members of his Government fully sign up to solving the issue.

Common sense also means strongly tackling the 'Ireland is full' slogans and online campaigns that only spread hate and fear.