Michael Bell
Question:40 Mr. Bell asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform when he expects to reach a decision on the issue of non-EU students being allowed work here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6133/01]
Vol. 531 No. 5
40 Mr. Bell asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform when he expects to reach a decision on the issue of non-EU students being allowed work here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6133/01]
My Department is currently examining the issues surrounding the proposal that non-EEA national students be allowed to take up casual employment while engaged in a course of studies here. I expect to be in a position to take a decision on this matter in the near future.