Seanad debates
Wednesday, 29 January 2003
Immigration Bill, 2002: Committee Stage (Resumed).
2:30 pm
Joanna Tuffy (Labour)
This would be a reasonable measure. The Minister said most people present themselves at the Office of the Refugee Applications Commissioner to apply for asylum. However, it is different for someone who has just arrived in the country. We are creating barriers for those applying for asylum. It would be helpful for them to have legal advice as they are asked about the legal basis for their presence. Making them aware of their legal rights would be a positive step.
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