As Ireland approaches its General Election on November 29, immigration emerges as a pivotal issue amidst rising asylum seeker numbers and community tensions. The country, which welcomed over 100,000 Ukrainian refugees since February 2022, is facing strain on its immigration system and a backlash against planned International Protection Accommodation Services (IPAS) centers. The government’s integration policies are under scrutiny as local communities grapple with the challenges of accommodating newcomers amidst a housing and cost-of-living crisis, creating divisions that may influence voter sentiment.