Immigration Law.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 4 December 2008

Thursday, 4 December 2008

Ceisteanna (105)

Bernard J. Durkan

Ceist:

105 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform further to Parliamentary Question No. 329 of 25 November 2008 and letter of 29 September 2008, the nature of the alleged breach of immigration laws of which the applicant is accused in view of the fact that they are not aware of such breach and that the regime of GNIB renewal appears to be punishment for something they are not aware of and did not do; when such allegations are expected to be concluded in the case of a person (details supplied) in Dublin 22; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44621/08]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform (Deputy Dermot Ahern)

I am informed by the Irish Naturalisation & Immigration Service that the Garda National Immigration Bureau's investigation is nearing completion and a report is expected in the coming weeks.

Accordingly, it would be inappropriate for me to comment on any aspect of the investigation in advance of the GNIB's final determination in this case. However, I strongly reject the suggestion that any requirements placed on a person for sound operational reasons is in some way a form of punishment. As stated previously, if this requirement is a cause of difficulties for the person concerned, he may apply in writing to have his case re-considered.