Protection Applicants

We also take part around issues relating to the needs of protection applicants with a multi-agency group that includes:

• the Department of Social Protection;
• the Department of Education;
• TUSLA (the child and family agency); and
• Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration- Reception and Integration Agency (RIA).

This includes putting in place relevant health-related recommendations of the

Working Group to Report to Government on Improvements to the Protection Process, including Direct Provision and Supports to Protection Applicants

Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration- National Standards for Accommodation

The Department has developed National Standards for accommodation offered to people in the protection process.

The National Standards create a structured framework designed to support the ongoing development of person-centred, high-quality, safe, and effective services within accommodation centres.

Purpose & Benefits

• Raise quality & consistency: The Standards help improve the level of care and ensure a consistent experience across all accommodation centres.

• Set clear expectations: Residents gain clarity about the level of service and support they should expect during their stay.

• Enable accountability: The Standards form the basis for independent inspections and assessments, ensuring providers deliver services that meet high standards for safety, effectiveness, and dignity.