Frances Fitzgerald (Dublin Mid West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

The points the Senator makes are particularly relevant to the immigration and residency legislation and the work that needs to be done on that. The way to address some of the issues relating to direct provision is by examining the option of the single procedure. Ireland does not have such a procedure and it is out of line with every other European country as a result. One of the greatest concerns in respect of direct provision is the length of time families spend within the system. The best way to deal with that is to ensure that we have the kind of process which works in a timely and effective manner and which does not put families in the position to which the Senator refers.