It is understood that a number of the men will be moved to new locations later today, with the remainder likely to be transferred to alternative accommodation tomorrow
It follows criticism of the conditions the men have been housed in, particularly given sub-zero temperatures over recent nights.
A total of 13 tents are located on the grounds of the Knockalisheen Direct Provision Centre, close to Meelick. Each can accommodate up to eight people. Yesterday, the President said the situation those seeking international protection had been placed in made him"very sad". "It is something that should concern all us," President Higgins said."It shouldn't happen anywhere. We really have to solve it."
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