6th time, former Crown Paints factory in Coolock, Dublin designated for asylum seeker accommodation set ablaze; no injuries.

A former Crown Paints factory in Coolock, Dublin, designated for asylum seeker accommodation, was set ablaze for the sixth time. Firefighters quickly controlled the fire, and no injuries were reported. The site has been a focal point for protests against the housing plan, prompting investigations by local police. The government aims to house up to 500 asylum seekers there, a move that has sparked significant local opposition.

September 17, 2024
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