Over 104,000 Ukrainians Seek Refuge In Ireland Amidst War Chaos, With 2,008 In Kildare

Tuesday, 20 February 2024 12:17

By Martin Osborne

Kenmare in Kerry is the area with the highest number of arrivals, while Newport in Tipperary has the lowest.

More than 104,000 Ukrainians have arrived In Ireland since the war began.

CSO data up to the 4th of February shows 31 percent of these are aged under 18.

Kildare is home to 2,008 Ukrainians.

Women over the age of 20 made up almost half of all arrivals - with men over 20 representing just over a fifth.

Kenmare in Kerry is the area with highest number of arrivals in that time.

This week marks the second anniversary of the Russian war on Ukraine.

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