Ukrainians currently housed in tourist and commercial accommodation in Ireland will not face a "cliff edge" situation when the scheme ends later this year, Minister of State with responsibility for Migration, Jim O'Callaghan, has said.
Speaking in Dublin on April 28, 2026, O'Callaghan emphasized that the government is working on a transition plan to ensure continued support for Ukrainian refugees. The scheme, which provides free accommodation, is set to conclude in 2026, but the minister stated that no one will be left without housing.
"We are committed to a phased and managed transition," O'Callaghan said, according to reports. The government is exploring options including longer-term housing solutions and extensions for vulnerable individuals.
Over 100,000 Ukrainians have arrived in Ireland since the Russian invasion in 2022. The current accommodation scheme has been extended multiple times, with the latest deadline approaching.
