Citizenship Applications
Dail Éireann — 2024-09-26
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Ruairí Ó Murchú (SF), Louth

Recently we saw a ceremony for those people who have gained their citizenship. These are very happy occasions and I am sure they are one of the Minister's favourite engagements as Minister. The processing time, however, still seems to be touching upon two years for many and some applications even exceed that. We are talking here about people who are working and playing a huge role in our society. What can the Minister say to those who are waiting this long and who need and want to make life plans that centre on their status?

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Sitting date: 2024-09-26