Work Permits.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 7 October 2004

Thursday, 7 October 2004

Questions (90)

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

90 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the number of work permits applied for and granted or refused in the past 12 months; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23702/04]

Written answers

Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment (Mr. Martin)

Some 38,482 valid work permit applications were received in the 12 months up to 30 September 2004. Of that figure 12,821 new permits were issued, 23,624 renewal permits were issued and 2,037 permits refused.