Alison O'Reilly request- irish Examiner -Santa chats with some of his helpers Alison Ni Threasaigh, Sinead Mulry and Bhooshita Soyjaudah at the Aula Maxima, University College, Cork during a Direct Provision Christmas Party. Six parties are organised for locations across the county of Cork with appproximately 500 children enjoying Christmas games, a santa visit and food and music. Pic Larry Cummins.