Ireland's direct provision system will end in 2024, after being in operation for over 20 years.
In a new report, the Department of Equality says all existing centres will close on a phased basis over the next four years.
Under a new system, asylum-seekers will stay in a reception centre for less than four months, before getting their own housing.
Minister for Equality, Roderic O'Gorman, says the new arrangement will be fully operational by December 2024.
Wicklow Commuters Get Their Fill at Bray Station
Bray is one of five Irish Rail locations getting a new bottle refill dispenser.
New Lidl Store In Wicklow Refused For A Third Time
The proposed store will provide up to 25 direct full-time jobs.
Man Hospitalised With Significant Injuries Following Weekend Assault In Arklow
The Victim Of A Weekend Assault Has Suffered Significant Injuries In Arklow
First Home Scheme To Be Extended For More Prospective Wicklow Buyers
More First-Time Buyers will qualify for the scheme following latest scheduled twice-yearly review of price ceilings. The limit for new houses in Dublin city and county and Wicklow goes up to €500,000
Wicklow TD Brady Says IDA Point Blank Refuse To Meet Over Stalled Greystones Media Campus
Wicklow TD John Brady is left feeling confused and disappointed as the CEO of the IDA has refused a meeting request to discuss stalled plans for the Greystones Media Campus.
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