Paul Kehoe (Wexford, Fine Gael)
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37. To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment if he will consider reviewing the decision to refuse applications that failed pre-check where the remuneration figures were incorrect due to the change in minimum wage between 2022 and 2023 (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7588/23]

Neale Richmond (Dublin Rathdown, Fine Gael)
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The applications submitted in respect of the Employment Permits in the details supplied were returned to the applicant following an initial pre-check, as discrepancies were identified in the Labour Market Needs Test and the application form.

As the applications concerned were not formally accepted for processing, the returns are not considered to be refusals. The applicant has been advised to submit new applications.

A full refund of the fee paid has been returned to the applicant. New applications are currently being processed within 5-8 business days.

Paul Kehoe (Wexford, Fine Gael)
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38. To ask the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the number of horticultural operative employment permits remaining out of the total quota; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7590/23]

Neale Richmond (Dublin Rathdown, Fine Gael)
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The role of horticultural worker is subject to a quota of 1,000 permits. There are currently 73 permits remaining in this quota. Once the quota for horticulture workers has been filled, no new permits will issue in respect of this role.

A checklist document has been prepared to assist applicants when applying for a General Employment Permit specifically for the role of a horticultural worker and this document can be accessed on the Department’s website through the following link:- enterprise.gov.ie/en/publications/publication-files/checklist-for-horticultural-meat-dairy-general-employment.pdf.

All applications received are dealt with in order of date of receipt.