The Reception Conditions Directive (2013 and 2024) allows Member States to reduce allowances for international protection applicants or ask for a financial contribution in certain circumstances. While this Directive does not apply to beneficiaries of international protection, challenges moving out mean that some countries allow beneficiaries to stay in centres for a period after receiving status. Some countries also … Read More

  Family reunification is an important right that can help refugees to restore normalcy in their lives. Family reunification in the protection context can also bring family members in potentially vulnerable circumstances to safety. In the EU, family reunification for non-EEA nationals, including refugees, is regulated by the Family Reunification Directive, which Ireland has not opted in to. In Ireland, … Read More

According to the 2022 Census, 20% of the population in Ireland were born abroad, and 12% were non-Irish citizens. Understanding and monitoring how migrants are faring is crucial to enable policy makers in Ireland and elsewhere to anticipate and address challenges effectively. Over half of responding EMN Countries have a policy or strategy to monitor integration at the national level … Read More