Jim O'Callaghan: “They are coming from the United Kingdom, arriving into Northern Ireland and coming down claiming international…”

I should also say that I find the position of the Law Society in relation to the new scheme somewhat contradictory.

But they've also been done sensitively and methodically. I'm pleased to say they have not resulted in what some people thought may happen was homelessness of Ukrainian people in the area.

In 2024, the cost of Ukrainian accommodation was €1.16 billion. In 2026, this was down to €606 million, and we're looking next year to have an allocation in the region of €177 million.

The criminal courts are operating, and they’re operating effectively.