Work Permits.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 17 June 2004

Thursday, 17 June 2004

Ceisteanna (45)

Jan O'Sullivan

Ceist:

38 Ms O’Sullivan asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the total number of work permits issued to date under the new arrangements to give access to employment to the spouses of non-EEA nationals working here; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [18068/04]

Freagraí scríofa

Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment (Ms Harney)

I am informed that, from 1 January 2004 to date, a total of 179 work permits have been issued in respect of the spouses of non-EEA nationals working here.