Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 21 February 2024
114. Deputy Paul Murphy asked the Minister for Justice when the decision on an international protection application will be made for a person (details supplied); the reason international protection is not being expedited for Palestinians; and what psychological and social supports are available to this person and other Gazans. [8170/24]
View answerMy Department is acutely aware of the grave humanitarian crisis in Gaza and is working closely with colleagues in the Department of Foreign Affairs to ensure a coordinated national response to this volatile and evolving situation. This includes working with the recently evacuated Irish citizens and their families who may require visa assistance.
In line with the confidentiality provisions of the International Protection Act, if an application for international protection has been made in the State, it is not the practice to comment on such applications. The applicant or their designated legal advisor can contact the International Protection Office (IPO) or the International Protection Appeals Tribunal (IPAT) directly, as appropriate, for an update on the status of their application.
As the Deputy may be aware responsibility for material supports for international protection applicants are a matter for my colleague, the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth.
