Roderic O'Gorman explains how Ireland "fell behind the curve" in providing asylum seekers accommodation

The video discusses the current situation of international protection applicants, highlighting a decrease in numbers compared to the previous year. It addresses the challenges faced in providing accommodation, particularly due to the end of hotel contracts and the need to reaccommodate existing applicants. The video outlines future plans to increase accommodation capacity and reduce the number of people without shelter, aiming to make significant progress in the coming weeks.

What is the expected number of international protection applicants per week currently?

What is the significance of the 5000 international protection beds mentioned?