Authorities investigate eighth fire at Dublin site planned for asylum seekers amid protests.

Authorities in Dublin are investigating a suspected arson attack on a former factory site in Coolock, slated for housing asylum seekers. This is the eighth fire at the location since redevelopment plans were announced. Gardaí dispersed about 20 protestors and controlled the fire. Despite tensions and past protests, work on the project, which aims to construct 230 prefabricated units for up to 741 asylum seekers, will not start until the site is deemed safe. The court noted there is no current contract for the accommodation.

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