Undocumented migrants regularisation
Senator Fitzpatrick welcomed the Government’s decision to introduce a January regularisation programme for undocumented migrants, saying it would allow people living and working in Ireland to come forward without fear. She praised campaigners and urged cross-party support.
No country has been as affected by emigration over the decades and centuries-----
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Indeed, since 1800 more than 10 million Irish people have emigrated. I, therefore, welcome the decision that was taken by the Government to introduce a programme in January to regularise the undocumented migrants in this country. This is a welcome and important decision. It will give an opportunity to people who live in our communities or work in our shops, restaurants and care facilities, or deliver stuff to our doors to come out of the shadows, hold their heads up high and take part as full citizens in society.
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The decision is very welcome and must be championed by all Members.
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I commend everybody who campaigned for it so that is the Migrant Rights Council of Ireland, many NGOs and many individuals. It was a very brave decision to campaign for this because many of these people live in very vulnerable situations where if they get sick, they are frightened to ask for help or if they are victims of crime, they are reluctant to go to the Garda or any authority figure.
I commend the Government and everybody who campaigned for this. I wish the best of luck to all the applicants in January. It will be open for six months. It is something we should all be proud of and should all champion.