Paris Shelter Ordered To Close By Prefecture

The Ile-de-France regional prefecture has ordered residents of an emergency shelter in northern Paris to vacate the premises. The facility originally hosted Ukrainian refugees, but officials stated their integration modalities in France no longer justified its maintenance. Critics argue the reasoning is misleading as the center also houses other residents. The prefecture has ordered the permanent closure of a shelter in the Ile-de-France region, effective May 15. While the center originally hosted Ukrainian refugees, the prefecture stated that changes in integration modalities no longer justify its maintenance. The facility also provides housing for French, English, and Ivorian nationals. The Île-de-France regional prefecture has decided to close a large emergency housing center in northern Paris that opened in 2022 to accommodate Ukrainians. This closure will result in the loss of 400 emergency accommodation places. The decision is expected to prolong the local political crisis regarding housing. Residents were notified of the departure order via mail, with instructions stating they must vacate the premises by today. The prefecture plans to replace the facility with 200 new housing places elsewhere. Local associations claim the current capacity in Paris remains insufficient.