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# Roderic O'Gorman

Last month
March 2024
The Government unveiled two big plans around asylum seekers today - here's what they are
It involves empty office spaces and a new EU Pact.
Updated 27 Mar
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Asylum seekers brought to court over lack of ID sparks claims of 'interference' in process
Eoghan Dalton
23 Mar
78.3k
'A slap in the face': Mother and baby home survivors told they need photo ID to apply for redress
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar said applicants who don’t have photo ID will be “treated empathetically and on a case-by-case basis”.
The Government's long-awaited redress scheme finally opens for applications today
Many elderly survivors do not have a passport, driving licence or Public Service Card
One man was told his mother cannot apply without photo ID, but he could apply on her behalf if she died
Órla Ryan
Updated 20 Mar
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'They're waiting for us to die': Industrial school abuse survivors say they need urgent support
4 Mar
Controversial Mother and Baby Home redress scheme will open for applications next month
27 Feb
Over 2,800 applications to Tusla's tracing service still awaiting social worker allocation
11 Feb
Varadkar says O'Gorman doesn't need to resign over referendum result
Updated 9 Mar
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Minister 'frustrated' at AG advice leak but says it backed Govt position on immigration and care
9 Mar
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O'Gorman says he is 'extremely disappointed' by anticipated No/No referendums outcome
9 Mar
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Attorney General's advice to minister leaked ahead of referendums
Updated 7 Mar
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Ministers met with Grace case inquiry to voice unhappiness with the pace of work and delays
Former minister says he is ‘horrified’ with the continuous delays of the inquiry.
The Grace case concerns a young woman with profound intellectual disabilities who was left in a foster home in the Waterford area for almost 20 years despite a succession of sexual and physical abuse allegations.
The latest six month extension means the final report will not be complete until September 2024, over five years beyond its original deadline.
7 Mar
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Minister starts Women's Day address to empty Dáil in moment widely shared on social media
Labour leader Ivana Bacik said she was ‘disappointed’ to see so few representatives in the Chamber.
Updated 6 Mar
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Government grants yet another extension to Grace case inquiry
5 Mar
8.3k
Irish Refugee Council criticises decision to end emergency accommodation offered during cold spell
4 Mar
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Referendum Q&A: What will you be asked to vote on? And what exactly is a durable relationship?
People will next week be asked to vote on amending sections of the Constitution related to the family and the provision of care.
The votes, dubbed the Family Amendment and the Care Amendment, will take place next Friday
The Constitution currently only recognises families based on marriage and refers to a woman's place 'in the home'
Not up to speed on what the referendums are about? We've got you covered
Órla Ryan
2 Mar
39.7k
February
February 2024
St John of God reaches an agreement with the HSE over provision of services
28 Feb
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Controversial Mother and Baby Home redress scheme will open for applications next month
27 Feb
7.9k
Drogheda TD says O’Gorman made ‘arrogant decision’ in housing asylum seekers in local hotel
Updated 16 Feb
32.7k
'Campaign of arson' on properties linked to asylum seekers is 'unprecedented', says Tánaiste
12 Feb
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Better communication won't do anything to change mind of someone intent on committing arson - O'Gorman
9 Feb
3.8k
January
January 2024
Government report recommends right to paid leave for pregnancy loss under 24 weeks
Updated 26 Jan
8.2k
Up to €10m extra 'social inclusion' funding signed off on for areas taking in asylum seekers
Updated 25 Jan
13.7k
Social welfare cut for new arrivals from Ukraine in State accommodation to take effect in February
Updated 24 Jan
20.4k
'Durable' relationships, 'throuples' and care in the home discussed in referendums Dáil debate
17 Jan
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Referendums: Flac suggests changing 'durable relationships' wording, warns about misinformation
The Free Legal Advice Centre says the proposed changes, as currently worded, are “symbolic” and “will not deliver meaningful enforceable rights”.
17 Jan
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Political parties to table amendments to referendum wording as Sinn Féin seeks 'clarifications'
17 Jan
Simon Harris claims single-parent families are not adequately recognised in Irish constitution
11 Jan
Not our job to win referendums for the government, says chief exec of new electoral authority
1 Jan
Roscrea could get 'community-owned' hotel as Taoiseach comes under pressure from his party
17 Jan
29.5k
Last year
2023
Interview: O'Gorman says blockades of asylum seeker accommodation should not be tolerated
The Integration Minister said he regretted government did not act faster to resource communication with local communities.
23 Dec 2023
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How arson attacks on properties linked to asylum seekers have escalated over the last six years
6 Feb
Boosting staff numbers in community teams for children with disabilities 'top priority', says minister
22 Dec 2023
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Minister says gardaí were told in advance that asylum seekers would be housed in Galway hotel
20 Dec 2023
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Taoiseach and ministers 'deeply disturbed' by fire at Galway hotel earmarked for asylum seekers
“There is no justification for violence, arson or vandalism in our Republic. Ever,” Leo Varadkar said.
The former Ross Lake Hotel had been contracted to welcome 70 international protection applicants
Recent days have seen the site become the subject of protests against its use as emergency accommodation
Roderic O'Gorman called on politicians to condemn "fear mongering" around asylum seekers
Updated 17 Dec 2023
88.1k
Garda operation ‘under review’ as 62 migrant children missing after disappearing from State care
15 Dec 2023
22.3k
Dáil adopts motion emphasising importance of inward migration, following immigration debate
6 Dec 2023
11.2k
Tents to be offered to asylum seekers with no accommodation as Govt confirms €75 weekly payment
Updated 5 Dec 2023
35.6k
Minister for Integration says current system is 'not working' and was built for a different era
4 Dec 2023
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Ministers to discuss a €75 payment to asylum applicants after accommodation runs out
Updated 4 Dec 2023
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Living expenses for asylum applicants to be increased if state runs out of accommodation
3 Dec 2023
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Human rights watchdog expresses 'deep concern' at possible shortfall in asylum seeker accommodation
1 Dec 2023
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'Real possibility' of asylum seeker accommodation shortfall in coming days, Cabinet told
28 Nov 2023
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Mother and Baby Home redress scheme won't open until next year, missing 2023 deadline
25 Oct 2023
5.9k
Women with cancer will be able to defer maternity leave under new legislation
21 Oct 2023
13.9k
7
A cut of twenty-five per cent in average creche costs announced for September 2024
10 Oct 2023
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8
Government launches new scheme to give free bedtime story book to all children aged 4 and under
6 Oct 2023
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Further doubt cast over 25% childcare cost cut as Tánaiste fails to say if Govt will honour promise
5 Oct 2023
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