Aodhán Ó Ríordáin (Dublin North Central, Labour) | Oireachtas source

If someone had been offered protection under our system and the relationship breaks down with resulting separation or divorce proceedings, this does not mean someone would have to automatically leave the State. The individual could apply to change his or her residency permission under the Immigration Act. While it may appear that such protections are no longer afforded to the individual, avenues are available under the Act which the person can pursue. I consider this reasonable.

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