Work Permits.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 27 January 2005

Thursday, 27 January 2005

Questions (119)

Paul Connaughton

Question:

117 Mr. Connaughton asked the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the steps necessary for a person (details supplied) in County Galway in order to obtain a work permit; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that this person named has excellent opportunities for self-employment and their services would be much sought after in equine circles; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2227/05]

Written answers

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

Work permits are issued only to employers who propose to employ non-EEA nationals in highly skilled and highly paid positions. Anyone who wishes to provide a service on a self-employment basis must seek business permission from the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform.