In the News
Newspaper opinion pieces, articles, interviews and press releases
© UNHCR/Irish Times
UNHCR regularly appears in the news, offering our opinion and analysis on issues concerning refugees, asylum-seekers and stateless persons.
Below you can find sample of newspaper opinion pieces, radio and TV interviews.
Radio Interview
RTE
30 June 2017
UNHCR Ireland speaks to Drivetime on the Mediterranean refugee and
Opinion
The Irish Examiner
20 June 2017
Finding a home for refugees who need it most
Opinion
The Irish Examiner
10 August 2016
Refugees are people, not pawns
Radio Interview
RTE Morning Ireland
23 March 2016
UNHCR deals blow to EU-Turkey agreement
Opinion
31 July 2015
The Irish Times
Desperate conditions in Syria compel migrants to flee
Opinion
18 June 2015
The Irish Times
Mediterranean crisis reflects escalating migration worldwide
TV Interview
RTE 6:01
11 February 2015
Opinion
5 November 2014
The Irish Times
Why people who find themselves without nationality need State recognition of their plight
Opinion
20 June 2014
The Irish Times
Change to refugee claims system to cut long delays for asylum-seekers
Dublin conference hears calls for more safe and legal routes for refugees
