Irish Examiner view: Time to plan for medium term

Ukrainian accommodation

Slogans and signs at the Skellig Accommodation Centre (Skellig Star Hotel) in Cahirciveen, Co Kerry. Picture: Alan Landers

The news that the decision to ‘pause’ the transfer of 80 Ukrainian refugees from the South Kerry town of Cahirciveen is welcome. 

At a time when some provocateurs have tried to exploit the influx of people fleeing a barbaric war for their own ends, it was encouraging to see locals advocate so strongly for the newcomers to remain in the area.