asked the Minister for Justice the reason for the delay in processing the application of a person (details supplied) in Dublin 8 who applied for Irish citizenship as a Palestinian refugee; when a decision will be made; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Written Answers. - Irish Citizenship Application.
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The person referred to in the question is an alien who has applied for Irish citizenship through naturalisation as a stateless person under section 5 of the Irish Nationality and Citizenship Act, 1986. Inquiries are continuing to establish if he is a stateless person within the meaning of the United Nations Convention relating to the Status of Stateless Persons of the 28th day of September, 1954. A decision will be made as soon as inquiries have been completed and the applicant will be notified accordingly.