Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 14 December 2023
256. Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment further to Parliamentary Question No. 183 of 19 October 2023, the progress made to date in respect of the Employment Permits Bill 2022; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55889/23]
View answerThe drafting of amendments to the Employment Permits Bill is ongoing and at an advanced stage with work to finalise provisions covering key aspects such as the Seasonal Employment Permit, and the Transfer of Employer being a priority for my Department.
It is my preference for the Employment Permits Bill to be brought into the Dáil as soon as possible and this will be achieved once the amendments are completed.
Report stage for the Employment Permits Bill 2022 is being scheduled and it is anticipated that the legislative process will be completed with enactment expected early next year, depending on Oireachtas scheduling and whether any further amendments are proposed.
