Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 28 April 2021
765. Deputy Holly Cairns asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science if all forms issued by his Department and agencies under his remit are available in both the Irish and English languages; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21922/21]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science provides all forms through Irish where requested, with one exception where, in the context of its Innovation, Research and Development Policy responsibilities, the Department accredits research organisations that want to access the fast track work permit scheme for researchers from outside the European Economic Area. As these would not normally be expected to be in a position to communicate through Irish, in this one case, the form is only available in English.
Where forms directed at the general public are provided by agencies under the aegis of the Department required to comply with the Official Languages Act 2003, all forms are available in Irish.
