Frances Fitzgerald
Question:161 Ms Fitzgerald asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if he will consider allowing a person (details supplied) in Dublin 2 humanitarian leave to remain here. [31243/01]
Written Answers. - Asylum Applications.
The person referred to, who is a minor, arrived in the State with his family on 18 September 1999, and sought asylum. Following an interview, it was concluded that the family's application was not such as to entitle them to a declaration as refugees. They were informed of this decision on 13 March 2001. Their subsequent appeal was refused by the refugee appeals tribunal on 15 August 2001. In accordance with section 3 of the Immigration Act, 1999, the family in question were informed on 26 November 2001 that it was proposed to make deportation orders in their case. They were given the alternatives of either making representations within 15 working days setting out reasons why they should be allowed to remain temporarily in the State, leaving the State before the orders are made or consenting to the making of deportation orders. Their reply is still awaited at present and I expect the file to be submitted to me for consideration shortly.