Joanna Tuffy (Dublin Mid West, Labour)

During the Holocaust commemorations at the weekend, the Minister for Justice and Equality referred to our record at the time, which was rather bad, in respect of giving refuge to those fleeing the Holocaust. I know that at present we grant people refuge in this country and we allow people to stay here on humanitarian grounds. At the same time our law is flawed and it is broadly recognised that there is need for a more transparent system. The Immigration, Residence and Protection Bill 2010 is listed on the Government legislative programme as awaiting committee. This is rather vague. What is the timeframe for that Bill coming to the committee and being progressed through the Houses?

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