Fine Gael will introduce a contribution model for asylum seekers – Burke
10th November 2024 - Peter Burke TD
Fine Gael will commit to the introduction of a contribution model for asylum seekers if elected to Government.
This will mean international protection applicants will pay a weekly charge for services.
Minister for Enterprise Peter Burke said: “Ireland values migration. We see the benefits of it every single day.
“As Minister for Enterprise, I can see the huge role migration plays in our economy. We see it across the health service, in retail and hospitality and in our construction sector.
“Ireland is a compassionate country. But we need to adopt a common sense approach.
“Over the past few months, we have been working on a payment model to ensure people living in international protection make a contribution towards their services.
“If you have an income you should make a contribution. This will range from €15 a week to €268 a week.
“This won’t apply to people who cannot work, or are unable to work.
“We believe this is an appropriate measure to help us create a fair but firmer migration system.”
Fine Gael will outline further measures on migration over the coming weeks, including returning migration policy to the Department of Justice.
Peter Burke TD
Longford-WestmeathPeter Burke is the Minister of Enterprise, Trade and Employment and was appointed on 9 April 2024. He served as…
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