Seanad debates

Wednesday, 18 December 2002

Immigration Bill, 2002: Committee Stage.

 

Sheila Terry (Fine Gael)

I am seeking clarification on the section. Is the State reneging on its obligation to assess applications for asylum and putting the onus back on the carrier? It seems the carrier will decide at the port who should or should not travel to our country. That will deny someone the right to seek asylum here. It is the State's obligation, but we are giving that authority to the carrier. Perhaps the Minister could clarify that.

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