Micheál Martin (Cork South Central, Fianna Fail)

My Department is beginning to work on this issue. We have taken submissions and people are working on the challenges that the rapid inward migration pattern of recent years presents to Irish society, both at a societal level and from the Government's perspective of policies that need to be developed.

The permit must indicate a statement of the agreed remuneration, which relates to Senator Mansergh's point. This would indicate, where applicable, the amount payable under an employment regulation order or registered employment agreement. If the level of remuneration is not offered, the permit application is refused. The permit will be granted and issued in all cases to the employee, irrespective of who makes the application. Senator Norris asked a question on this issue.