"Asylum-seekers who are working should have to contribute to the cost of their accommodation in direct provision centres, according to the Tánaiste's statements."
"The Government intends to introduce a means test for individuals in international protection accommodation to ensure they contribute towards the costs."
"The average cost of accommodation in direct provision centres is €84 per day, amounting to €588 per week per applicant."
"The Tánaiste signaled a tougher approach to migration through the proposed means testing for asylum-seekers."
The Government intends to introduce a means test for asylum-seekers living in international protection accommodation. This measure will require those who are working to contribute to their accommodation costs, which average €84 per day, totaling €588 per week per applicant. The Tánaiste indicated that this initiative represents a tougher stance on migration policies and aims to ensure that individuals who are earning provide some financial support for their housing in direct provision centres.
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