Charles Flanagan (Laois, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I do not agree that it is an exclusion list; rather, it will provide a framework or guidelines for those in the system on the type of employment that will be available. I would look at it as being a very positive step, rather than, as the Deputy described it, an exclusion list.

When an appeal is made after a period of nine months, there will be an entitlement to work. The issue will arise where an appeal is made within the nine month period. It is not envisaged that the appellants will be covered by our interpretation of the directive.