659 Mr. Eoin Ryan asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if a decision will be made in respect of a person (details supplied) in Dublin 6 who has applied for permission to remain here on compassionate grounds; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14583/06]

Representations have been received in respect of the person concerned and are currently being considered under section 3 of the Immigration Act 1999. The applicant will be informed in due course in regard to the application for permission to remain in the State on compassionate grounds.