2000 Minister denies new proposals will affect asylum seekers . Clare County Council implements racist housing policy . 2000 Changes in asylum appeals system criticised . Irish Times Wednesday 15 February 2000 Assistance to refugees cost IR 53m last year . Government approves new plan for refugees .
Government plans to tighten court appeal procedures for refugees .
A warm welcome in a cold climate . Rent allowances for asylum seekers queried . Galway group seeks better support for asylum seekers . Skilled asylum seekers unable to work . Former refugee appeals chief toughest on asylum seekers .