The State has appealed a High Court decision finding its failure to provide for homeless asylum seekers breaches their fundamental rights, with IHREC confirming the appeal lodged with the Court of Appeal. The number of unaccommodated applicants has risen to 2,987, leading IHREC to describe the situation as a “humanitarian emergency” as many face an Irish winter without shelter. While the State increased weekly expenses payments and arranged for food and hygiene facilities, IHREC argued the allowance remains insufficient, prompting the appeal.
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First picture of third British tourist who died in Lisbon tram crash
Andrew David Kenneth Young, an 82-year-old from Holyhead, Wales, has been identified as the third British victim of the tragic Gloria funicular crash in Lisbon, which resulted in 16 fatalities. A lifelong transport enthusiast, he had traveled to Portugal to visit heritage railways; his family is mourning his loss alongside tributes to fellow victims Kayleigh Smith and Will Nelson. Want More Context? 🔎
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