Pat Breen (Clare, Fine Gael)
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Question 654: To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the reason a specialist in martial arts and fitness (details supplied) in County Clare was refused a work permit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24587/05]

Micheál Martin (Cork South Central, Fianna Fail)
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The work permit section of my Department returned the application in this case on the basis that a suitable employee could have been sourced from within the enlarged EU to fill the position. The employer was notified of this decision in writing and of the reason for it.