Tony Killeen (Clare, Fianna Fail)

All Members are aware of examples of the failure to reunite families and the enormous difficulties created as a result. The scheme introduced by the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform last December brings clarity to the issue and represents a considerable improvement. The issue will be reviewed again in the immigration and residence Bill. That is the appropriate vehicle to deal with this particular aspect of the issue. In so far as the matter can be dealt with at this stage, I have outlined the proposals contained in the Employment Permits Bill. The difficulties, of which Members are aware from past experience, are being gradually addressed.

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