Tánaiste Micheál Martin has confirmed in a parliamentary reply to Independent TD Carol Nolan that Ireland has provided €1.5million to UNHCR for the construction of prefab modular homes in Ukraine.
He also confirmed that Irish funding will provide for 50 of a 300 modular home project being rolled out as part of the recovery project in the region.
Deputy Nolan had asked for an update on the efforts Ireland is currently engaged in with respect to short-term recovery efforts as part of the reconstruction process in Ukraine, that include the provision of prefabricated homes; and the number of prefabricated homes constructed to date in Ukraine with the assistance of Ireland.
The Tánaiste stated that the Installation of these homes, which began in January 2024 involve structures that “are simple to maintain and have the full functionality of a house, including standard kitchens, furniture, toilet, bathrooms and appliances.”
The project aims to have 300 prefab homes built by the end of 2024. As of August 2024, 135 homes have been completed overall. The Core Homes have provided a medium-term solution, he says, to the acute Shelter and Emergency Housing needs caused by the conflict.
The Tánaiste went on to state that along with the Taoiseach, he recently announced a funding package of €36m for Ukraine and its immediate neighbours to provide essential humanitarian assistance, that supports rehabilitation and eventual reconstruction, and contributes to Ukraine’s longer term goals. This brings Ireland’s total stabilisation and humanitarian support to Ukraine since February 2022 to €130, of which over €40 million was allocated this year.