Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 23 June 2020
309. Deputy Martin Kenny asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the measures that have been taken to date to comply with the Supreme Court recommendation regarding a case (details supplied) delivered on 31 May 2019; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11747/20]
View answerMy Department is carefully considering the findings of the court and any attendant implications for the consideration of similar applications.
Legal advice on this matter has been sought and officials are currently considering the options for an alternative or ‘enhanced’ process for naturalisation in appropriate cases to submit to me for consideration. The matters are very complex and deliberations regarding the proposed structure are at an advanced stage.
The granting of Irish citizenship through naturalisation is a privilege and an honour which confers certain rights and entitlements, not only within the State but also at European Union as well as international level. It is therefore important that appropriate procedures are in place to ensure that the integrity of the regime for granting Irish citizenship through the naturalisation process is held in high regard both at home and internationally.
