asked the Minister for Labour if the number of migrant workers coming to Ireland is increasing.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Migrant Workers.
16.
The figures for work permits issued by my Department for the past four years show a slight decrease in the number of foreign workers coming to Ireland. The number of permits, including renewals, issued for the years 1970 to date are as follows:
|
Year |
Number of Permits |
|
1970 |
2,218 |
|
1971 |
2,124 |
|
1972 |
2,037 |
|
1973 |
1,869 |
|
1974 (January/March) |
388 |