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Ceisteanna - Questions: European Council (21 Feb 2024)

Leo Varadkar: ...all the things European countries have done for their neighbour Ukraine – I am not referring to giving it weapons but to imposing the likes of sanctions and overflight bans and cancelling visas – Arab countries could do a lot more for their neighbour and their brethren in Palestine.

Ceisteanna ó Cheannairí - Leaders' Questions (21 Feb 2024)

Leo Varadkar: ..., has led the charge on apprenticeships. We now have about 10,000 people becoming apprentices every year now, which is pretty extraordinary. We have also changed the work permit and work visa system to allow more people with construction skills from outside the EU to come here. They are much-needed and they are very welcome. We are investing in modern methods of construction, MMC, so...

Healthcare Provision in Rural Communities: Motion [Private Members] (21 Feb 2024) See 1 other result from this debate

Duncan Smith: ...medical professionals here moving abroad are a cause for extreme concern. They speak to what feels like an overall collapse of the system. In 2022 alone, 442 Irish doctors were issued temporary work visas for Australia. Questions need to be asked about how attractive we are making the healthcare sector to our young healthcare professionals. The Government needs to take responsibility...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: International Protection (21 Feb 2024)

Helen McEntee: ...Affairs to ensure a coordinated national response to this volatile and evolving situation. This includes working with the recently evacuated Irish citizens and their families who may require visa assistance. In line with the confidentiality provisions of the International Protection Act, if an application for international protection has been made in the State, it is not the practice...

Ceisteanna ar Sonraíodh Uain Dóibh - Priority Questions: EU Directives (20 Feb 2024) See 1 other result from this debate

Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire: ...of social welfare payments is a decision that has been adopted by the Irish Government. Given it is highly likely that at the expiration of the directive they will either have to apply for visas or seek international protection and then be on the lower rate people in direct provision get, I do not think it is fair on anyone. It is not right in terms of the system and transparency nor is...

Second Anniversary of War in Ukraine: Statements (20 Feb 2024)

Seán Haughey: ...the comments made in recent days by the Taoiseach and the Tánaiste about the size of the Russian embassy in Dublin. It seems that the embassy is engaged in spying activities. I welcome the announcement that no new visas for new staff of the embassy are being issued and that it is proposed to limit numbers there to 15. As we know, elections to the European Parliament will take...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Passport Services (20 Feb 2024)

Micheál Martin: ...security features within the passport book and the robust processes involved in its issuance. The Irish passport was recently ranked 3rd in the Henley Global Passport Index as it provides our citizens with visa-free access to over 190 countries. Accordingly, there is a rigorous checking process in place for first time applications. In the case of children, it is essential that the...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Family Reunification (20 Feb 2024) See 1 other result from this answer

Holly Cairns: 430. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the number of visa application appeals for family reunification for immediate family members of Irish citizens that have not yet been decided upon; the number of weeks each appeal has been awaiting a decision; the business target for these appeals; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [7736/24]

Seanad: Civil Law (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2022 (Section 4(2)) (Scheme Termination Date) Order 2024: Motion (15 Feb 2024) See 1 other result from this debate

Annie Hoey: ...life. We recognise that we need to align with the European Council’s formerly extended protection regime until March 2025. Allowing Ukrainian nationals to work without a work permit or a work visa will give them the tools that are necessary to succeed in Ireland and to contribute to the economy, which is an important part of that. We must recognise all the other safeguarding...

Public Accounts Committee: Appropriation Accounts 2022
Vote 24 - Justice
Vote 21 - Prisons (15 Feb 2024) See 6 other results from this debate

Alan Dillon: ...has applicants who are currently in the system. It is important that there is continuous engagement and not a cliff-edge with regard to the winding down of this programme. I will move on to visa applications. In 2023, the Department received more than166,000 applications, which is a 22% increase from 2022. Some 158 of these decisions were made, with an approval rate of 86%. Will the...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Asylum Applications (15 Feb 2024)

Helen McEntee: ...carriers to ensure that passengers travelling to the State are in possession of a valid travel document that establishes the person’s identity and nationality, and that they have the appropriate visa if required. While systems do not allow for the extraction of the precise data requested, it is the case that the majority of those who present without appropriate documentation and...

Written Answers — Department of Justice and Equality: Visa Applications (15 Feb 2024)

Bernard Durkan: 290. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality when a person (details supplied) can be joined by their spouse under the appropriate application process in respect of a visa; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [7356/24]

Ceisteanna - Questions: Taoiseach's Meetings and Engagements (14 Feb 2024)

Leo Varadkar: ...and food producers around the country. It is testament to the very hard work that they do in ensuring that Irish food is of the highest quality. Premier Li confirmed China’s decision to extend a visa exemption to Irish passport holders wishing to travel to China for 15 days or less. This is very good news for tourists, business people and those visiting friends or relatives,...

Business Costs for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises: Motion [Private Members] (14 Feb 2024)

Noel Grealish: ...success of SMEs is the shortage of labour. Indeed, a survey undertaken last year for Chambers Ireland found that almost 90% of SMEs were struggling to recruit essential employees. There has been a significant improvement in the employment permit system for non-EU workers, but once a permit has been granted, employers have to wait up to two months for an entry visa application to be...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Assisted Dying: System for Assisted Dying and Alternative Policies: Discussion (Resumed) (13 Feb 2024)

.... One of the initiatives has been to support the investment, but also to make some changes to employment, for instance, encouraging or supporting the use of the living wage, increasing the number of visas to attract workforce from overseas to come to Ireland and ensuring that we have timely access to home support. The Deputy will have noticed that there has been a reduction in the...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Middle East (13 Feb 2024) See 1 other result from this answer

Micheál Martin: ...those living in Gaza are seeking to leave. In recent weeks, my Department has received many enquiries regarding the situation of individuals, including people with ties to Ireland or already holding a visa for Ireland. Any decision on clearance for these individuals to leave Gaza will be made by the relevant local authorities. Holders of valid Irish visas or residence permits who...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Education and Skills: North-South Student Mobility: Discussion (13 Feb 2024) See 2 other results from this debate

...Ireland, which is simply not a reality for students like me. No young person, regardless of where they are from, should have to cross barriers their peers do not encounter to get their education. The visa application process must be made more streamlined. We need equitable and efficient visa access on both sides of the Border, thereby welcoming students from all backgrounds. Ultimately...

Ceisteanna ar Pholasaí nó ar Reachtaíocht - Questions on Policy or Legislation (8 Feb 2024) See 1 other result from this debate

Ivana Bacik: ...this week. That is welcome. However, he has acknowledged that key issues remain, particularly with regard to the availability of staff and labour. Will he therefore consider amending the stamp 2 visa scheme to enable people to seek greater levels of employment in the sector? Has the Government conducted any assessment of the affordability of the work permit scheme for smaller...

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Work Permits (8 Feb 2024) See 1 other result from this debate

Neale Richmond: ...over, we then see them leaving those positions. These are often really top-level positions but people are leaving because their spouses or family members cannot work or cannot follow them out on a visa. A second issue relating to intra-company transfers is consistently raised with all three Ministers by the highest level executives in some of the most important multinationals who see...

Written Answers — Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment: Work Permits (8 Feb 2024) See 1 other result from this answer

Colm Burke: ...progress that has been made to date by his Department in respect of streamlining the employment permit applications process, whereby a single application process for employment permits and entry visa applications would be established; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5645/24]