Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 18 September 2013
1112. Deputy Nicky McFadden asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the number of subsidiary protection and leave to remain applications that were approved in July and August 2013; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38422/13]
View answerIn relation to cases finalised under Section 3 of the Immigration Act 1999 (as amended), I can advise the Deputy that in the period 1st January, 2013 to 30th June, 2013 (the standard reporting period used by the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service of my Department), a total of 1,400 such cases were finalised with 822 deportation orders having been made, the voluntary return of 206 persons was facilitated while a further 372 persons were granted permission to remain.
The position more generally with regard to subsidiary protection is that in light of recent judgments in the Superior Courts, I am introducing new arrangements for the processing of these applications. My Department, in consultation with the Attorney General's Office, is developing a new legislative and administrative framework for the processing of current and future applications. This work is being given high priority, is close to completion and applicants will be advised of the new arrangements as soon as possible.
