Denis Naughten (Roscommon-South Leitrim, Fine Gael)

I acknowledge fully the Minister's point and we must have in place a watertight system. Undoubtedly, there are difficulties with the current system both in respect of its rigidity and the loopholes it contains. The sooner we put in place a new scheme, the better for all concerned and for those who are involved in the legitimate industry. The consultation document is silent on the issue of those in possession of student visas working in this jurisdiction. In September 2008, the Minister of State at the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Deputy Billy Kelleher, stated that he was reviewing this issue. As 18 months have passed since then and in light of the co-ordination that now is in place, can the Minister comment on what plans exist in respect of the review of the working conditions on such student visas?

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