Trevor Sargent (Dublin North, Green Party)
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Question 251: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the arrangements his Department is putting in place to facilitate family reunification for holders of green cards issued by the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment under the terms of the employment permits legislation that has been brought forward by the Government; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37115/05]

Michael McDowell (Dublin South East, Progressive Democrats)
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There is currently in operation in the State a scheme of family reunification for migrant workers. However, a revision of this scheme is being considered and the issue of family reunification, in general, will be examined fully in the context of the development of the proposed Immigration and Residence Bill. With regard to arrangements for holders of the proposed "green card" announced by the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, this matter will be discussed fully and agreed by myself and Minister, Deputy Martin, prior to the introduction of the "green card" scheme.