Waterford council's Housing Director says he can "absolutely, categorically" say there is no social housing being used for refugees.
The topic was raised at this month's plenary meeting by Councillor Jason Murphy who said he was concerned with some of the narrative around accommodating refugees.
"Some of the language that's going around at the moment is still a bit worrying to be honest," he said.
He added that if it's left to continue "we could find ourselves in a very worrying position."
It comes as up to 100 International Protection applicants are to be housed in Portree Guesthouse in the city over the next few months.
The former B&B, which currently has 23 bedrooms, is being converted into a refugee centre on an initial 12-month contract.
63 refugees are to be accommodated, but once works are completed, over 100 International Protection applicants will be able to stay there.
Speaking in general terms at this month's meeting, Housing Director Ivan Grimes clarified that social housing is never used for those seeking international protection.
He told members it's mainly converted commercial buildings and pledged accommodation.
"There is absolutely no crossover between our social housing provision and the accommodation we're providing to the Ukrainian refugees," he said.
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