The Irish government intends to acquire Citywest Hotel for its immigration system, prompting protests from local residents concerned about losing a key community resource. Protesters criticized the lack of public consultation regarding the purchase and expressed anxiety over the fate of the hotel, which has been a significant local amenity for 40 years. Various community leaders attended the protest, including Independent TD Paul Gogarty, who emphasized the necessity of respect in discussions about immigration. Locals believe that heightened government activity may permanently change the character of the hotel and diminish its benefits to the community.
The protestors believe the Citywest Hotel has been a vital amenity for the community and fear losing it to government plans for the immigration system.
Gogarty asserted the need for respect for all individuals within the immigration system, emphasizing a distinction between genuine asylum seekers and others.
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