Eoin Ó Broin
Ceist:397. Deputy Eoin Ó Broin asked the Minister for Justice if she has received correspondence regarding a policy change proposal from a group (details supplied); and if the proposal is being considered. [20863/24]
Amharc ar fhreagraWednesday, 8 May 2024
Ceisteanna (397)
Freagraí scríofa
The current arrangements governing family reunification applications for non-EEA family members are set out in this document - www.irishimmigration.ie/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Policy-document-on-Non-EEA-family-reunification.pdf
These arrangements reflect the long-standing requirement that work permit holders seeking to be joined by their families should be in secure and sustained employment and in a position to support their family members without recourse to public funds.
However, the policy is currently under review and my Department is continuing to engage with key internal and external stakeholders on the complex issues involved. As part of this review, we are very conscious of the important role that migrant workers make to our economy and broader society. We are also very much aware of the need to enhance Ireland’s attractiveness as a destination for skilled and migrant workers, ensuring the long-term stainability of our economy and addressing our future demographic challenges, while at the same time providing opportunities for migrant families who contribute so much to our society.
In particular, we are prioritising consideration of the issue of whether spouses and partners of General Employment Permits and Intra-Company Transferees should have the right to work in Ireland and we expect to conclude that part of the review shortly.