Homeless camp destroyed in Dublin as anti-migrant protests continue

Anti-migrant protests continued in Dublin on Saturday (13 May) after a makeshift homeless camp was destroyed the previous evening.

Footage shows the debris of a fire in a lane off Upper Sandwith Street in Dublin 2, and protesters clashing with police.

No injuries were reported following the fire, authorities confirmed.

Local media reported that homeless asylum seekers were staying in tents on the lane near the International Protection Office amid difficulties sourcing accommodation.

The Department of Children and Integration said it “deplores any violent incidents or intimidation towards international protection applicants.”

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