Overcrowding in accommodation centres was also flagged as a concern in the reports. File image. Photograph: Getty
Slow evacuation drills, locked doors, overcrowding, fire doors wedged open and blocked fire exits have been flagged as safety concerns at International Protection Accommodation Service (Ipas) centres.
A review by The Irish Times of all available reports for inspections on Ipas facilities so far this year found fire safety concerns were raised in respect of more than 50 accommodation centres.
It comes after a suspected arson attack at an Ipas centre in Drogheda, Co Louth, which left children traumatised. There were no fire safety concerns raised in the 2024 inspection of the Drogheda accommodation centre, the most re
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