Exciting new legislation is on the horizon, as Minister for Justice Helen McEntee plans to introduce measures allowing for the revocation of citizenship certificates under specific circumstances. If an individual poses a credible threat to the State or obtained citizenship through fraudulent means, they may have their citizenship withdrawn. These updates will be discussed in the Dáil and Seanad this week, as part of a broader update on immigration matters, including the EU Migration and Asylum Pact.
While some opposition parties have expressed concerns about the Pact, it is likely to be approved by both houses of the Oireachtas, with plans to introduce new legislation to support it. The proposed legislation includes strengthening border security with increased fingerprint and photograph collection for new arrivals. Additionally, rapid processing at designated centers is planned for individuals arriving without documents or from countries not facing war or persecution.
Stay tuned for more updates on these significant changes as the Government takes steps to enhance national security and immigration processes in Ireland.