Michael D Higgins (Galway West, Labour)
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Question 104: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the progress made with regard to proposed changes in the work permits system; if she is in receipt of correspondence from persons seeking a postponement of such at least until such time as a proper review of its impacts be carried out and alternative approaches be considered; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24645/09]

Mary Coughlan (Donegal South West, Fianna Fail)
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The revised employment permit arrangements that I announced in April 2009 came into effect as scheduled on 1 June. The introduction and implementation of these changes were the subject of representations from, and consultations with interested parties.

My Department will monitor the operation of the employment permit arrangements on an ongoing basis, in consultation with relevant parties, to ensure their effective operation and to address any issues that arise.