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Seanad: Irish Nationality and Citizenship (Naturalisation of Minors Born in Ireland) Bill 2018: Second Stage (21 Nov 2018)

David Stanton: In that case, I withdraw that remark. Citizenship laws in this State not only have an impact on this country but also impact our fellow member states, as any citizen of Ireland has the right to travel and work freely within the EU, along with attendant family residence rights. No other member state currently offers birthright citizenship on the terms proposed in the Bill.

Seanad: Irish Nationality and Citizenship (Naturalisation of Minors Born in Ireland) Bill 2018: Second Stage (21 Nov 2018)

David Stanton: The Bill, if enacted, would also change the rules significantly for Irish citizenship entitlement in Northern Ireland. Currently, one parent must be an Irish citizen or be entitled to claim the same for the child to qualify for Irish citizenship, or one parent must have been lawfully resident on the island of Ireland for three out of the previous four years. The Bill could be seen to...

Seanad: Irish Nationality and Citizenship (Naturalisation of Minors Born in Ireland) Bill 2018: Second Stage (21 Nov 2018)

David Stanton: This outcome could result in the UK introducing or considering the introduction of measures in response, which could have further east-west or North-South impacts. Any wider political ramifications for Ireland’s relationship with the UK, including on the operation of the common travel area and, potentially, with the EU on how Irish citizens born in Northern Ireland access benefits as...

Seanad: Irish Nationality and Citizenship (Naturalisation of Minors Born in Ireland) Bill 2018: Second Stage (21 Nov 2018)

David Stanton: To be frank, I would be aghast at a proposal that we would amend our citizenship laws without any discussion or dialogue with authorities in Northern Ireland and Britain despite the clear impact north of the Border,-----

Seanad: Irish Nationality and Citizenship (Naturalisation of Minors Born in Ireland) Bill 2018: Second Stage (21 Nov 2018)

David Stanton: -----in Ireland and on the broader UK jurisdiction. If the proposed amendment was permitted by the House, and had the direct consequence of attracting more people to the State to seek to achieve residency status through the birth of a child here, the consequential strain on State services, including existing immigration provision, housing, education, medical services and welfare, would need...

Seanad: Irish Nationality and Citizenship (Naturalisation of Minors Born in Ireland) Bill 2018: Second Stage (21 Nov 2018)

David Stanton: I am referring to people in the EU illegally. There are similar impacts on Northern Ireland and the common travel area, including North-South and east-west impacts, which would need to be carefully considered. Amending immigration law has wide-ranging implications and benefits from a detailed analysis of the implications, including broad consultation with all impacted parties and the NGO...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Asylum Seeker Accommodation (21 Nov 2018)

David Stanton: The Reception and Integration Agency of my Department has been encountering significant upward pressure on its accommodation portfolio over the last year or so. This pressure has increased further in the last number of months with an increase in the numbers of persons claiming international protection and a growth in the percentage of protection applicants who...

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Visa Applications (20 Nov 2018)

David Stanton: The Minister has asked me to thank Senator Colm Burke for raising this matter which I know is very important to so many people who have come from abroad to work within our healthcare system. Their contribution to our healthcare system and the services they provide is much valued and appreciated. The Minister fully understands how important it is for them to be accompanied by their family....

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Visa Applications (20 Nov 2018)

David Stanton: I again thank the Senator for raising this important matter. The Minister greatly values and appreciates the contribution of so many people from abroad who come to Ireland to work in our healthcare system and in all sectors of the economy generally.This of itself is a measure of the success the Government has had in managing our economy and putting it right, to the point where Ireland is now...

Seanad: Commencement Matters (Resumed): Garda Deployment (20 Nov 2018)

David Stanton: I will take this Commencement matter on behalf of the Minister for Justice and Equality, Deputy Flanagan, who unfortunately cannot be here this afternoon and sends his apology. On his behalf and on my behalf I thank Senator Nash for raising this very important issue this afternoon. As the Minister for Justice and Equality outlined in his response to a Topical Issue debate on the matter last...

Seanad: Commencement Matters (Resumed): Garda Deployment (20 Nov 2018)

David Stanton: I thank the Senator for his contribution. I assure him that I will bring his views and comments to the notice of the Minister.This type of criminal behaviour has no place in civilised society and will not be tolerated. An Garda Síochána has overcome similar challenges in the past and will do so again. Gardaí in Drogheda have put in place a policing operation to prevent,...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Direct Provision System (20 Nov 2018)

David Stanton: In January and again in September of this year, the Reception and Integration Agency (RIA) of my Department published a call for expressions of interest in the national press for premises to meet the increasing demand for accommodation for persons in the protection process (asylum seekers). This call sought expressions of interest from parties who may be interested in providing...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Direct Provision System (20 Nov 2018)

David Stanton: I wish to advise the Deputy that, while there are obligations under all our contracts that the contractor must comply with all statutory charges and levies in relation to the Centre and have a current valid Tax Clearance Certificate, the accounts of those contractors are not requested or scrutinised. In addition, the contractor is contractually obliged to comply with all relevant...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Direct Provision System (20 Nov 2018)

David Stanton: The consultation process for standards for accommodation offered to those seeking the protection of the State was completed at the end of October 2018.  The consultations included residents' meetings, submissions from a number of national bodies and individuals as well as consultation with those seeking to deliver accommodation and those expert in a variety of fields including groups...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Asylum Seeker Accommodation (20 Nov 2018)

David Stanton: As the Deputy is aware, persons seeking international protection are offered accommodation and related services by my Department. Not every person accepts this offer and there is no obligation on any person to do so. Some persons may avail of accommodation with friends and-or family or may have means of their own.  A person who does not need accommodation and related...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Gender Balance (20 Nov 2018)

David Stanton: On 30 July, the Taoiseach, Minister Flanagan and I announced the establishment of a new business-led group, Better Balance for Better Business.  The group will have the task of identifying a programme of actions to be taken by Government and by business to increase the percentage of women on corporate boards and in senior management in leading Irish...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Direct Provision System (20 Nov 2018)

David Stanton: In January and again in September of this year, the Reception and Integration Agency (RIA) of my Department published a call for expressions of interest in the national press for premises to meet the increasing demand for accommodation for persons in the protection process (asylum seekers). This call sought expressions of interest from parties who may be interested in providing...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Direct Provision System (20 Nov 2018)

David Stanton: In January and again in September of this year, the Reception and Integration Agency (RIA) of my Department published a call for expressions of interest in the national press for premises to meet the increasing demand for accommodation for persons in the protection process (asylum seekers). This call sought expressions of interest from parties who may be interested in providing...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Refugee Data (20 Nov 2018)

David Stanton: The Government established the Irish Refugee Protection Programme (IRPP) in September 2015, as part of Ireland’s response to the migration crisis in central and southern Europe. Under this programme, the Government committed to accept up to 4,000 people into the State.  This was to be done through a combination of the EU Relocation mechanism established by two EU...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Asylum Support Services (15 Nov 2018)

David Stanton: As part of the overall system of supports provided in all accommodation centres, the Contractor will be required to set up a 'Friends of the Centre' group as recommended by the McMahon report to facilitate linkages between the residents and the local community to encourage integration. In addition, my Department has granted funding in the order of €43,033 to a number of groups in...