It's the political issue that has divided the nation so far in 2023 — anti-refugee protests, as Ireland opened its doors to record numbers seeking protection.
Demonstrations were held at accommodation sites across the country, from tight-knit rural communities in the west of Ireland to the inner city streets of the capital.
The vast majority of residents had serious, genuine concerns — such as increased pressure on already overstretched facilities like housing or health or the overnight arrival of undocumented men.
