The effectiveness of return in EU Member States: EMN Synthesis Report


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Abstract The return of illegally-staying third-country nationals is one of the main pillars of the EU’s policy on migration and asylum. However, recent Eurostat data show that return rates at EU level have not improved despite the important increase in the number of rejected asylum applications and in the number of return decisions issued since 2014. In its 2015 EU … Read More

Author(s):European Migration Network
Publisher:Directorate General Migration and Home Affairs, European Commission
Publication Date:23 Feb 2018
Geographic Focus:Europe
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The effectiveness of return in EU Member States: challenges and good practices linked to EU rules and standards

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Abstract While the return of irregularly staying third country nationals (TCN) is a priority for the Irish State, in accordance with Protocol No.21 to the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU) Ireland does not participate in the EU Return Directive (2008/115/EC). A Return Decision is defined in the Return Directive as an administrative decision or judicial act, … Read More

Author(s):Martina Byrne and Emma Quinn
Publication Date:07 Nov 2017
Geographic Focus:Ireland
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Strategies Used to Support Return Policy in Ireland: National Policy and Practice on Entry Bans and Ireland’s use of Readmission Agreements

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This study discusses entry bans and readmission agreements, as elements of the forced return procedures applied to non-EU nationals without legal permission to reside in Ireland. Available data are supplied.  A similar study has been produced in 22 other EU Member States, plus Norway. The national reports inform an EU-wide synthesis report, which facilitates an overview of the practical application … Read More

Author(s):Emma Quinn and Egle Gusciute
Publisher:Economic and Social Research Institute
Publication Date:17 Jul 2015
Geographic Focus:Ireland
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Annual Policy Report on Migration and Asylum 2012: Ireland


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Abstract The annual European Migration Network policy reports examine the main trends and policy development in the area of migration and asylum at EU Member State level. This ninth annual policy analysis report on Ireland focuses on the period from January to December 2012. Some important developments included:- Further Census 2011 statistics were published by the Central Statistics Office (CSO) … Read More

Author(s):Corona Joyce
Publisher:Economic and Social Research Institute
Publication Date:30 Sep 2014
Reference Period:01 Jan 2012 to 31 Dec 2012
Geographic Focus:Ireland
ISBN:978 0 7070 0363 4
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Migrant deportability: Israel and Ireland as case studies

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Abstract This article critiques policies of deportation and deportability – a technology emanating from three seemingly conflicting rationalities: states’ obligations under international human rights regimes, capitalism’s need to facilitate the movement of labour, and the need to reaffirm state sovereignty. After outlining the concept of deportability, we argue that although justified by state actors as an integral part of asylum … Read More

Author(s):Ronit Lentin and Elena Moreo
Publisher:Taylor & Francis Online
Publication Date:18 Sep 2014
Geographic Focus:null
URL:http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/01419870.2014.948477#tabModule
ISBN:null
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Practical Measures for Reducing Irregular Migration: Ireland


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Abstract This study investigates practical measures for reducing irregular migration in Ireland. Irish policy towards irregular migration is influenced by the State’s geographical position, at the north-western periphery of Europe, by the Common Travel Area (CTA) shared with the UK the Isle of Man, Jersey and Guernsey and by the fact that the State is an island with one land … Read More

Author(s):Emma Quinn and Gillian Kingston
Publisher:Economic and Social Research Institute
Publication Date:30 Mar 2012
Reference Period:01 Jan 2008 to 30 Mar 2020
Geographic Focus:Ireland
ISBN:978 0 7070 0329 0
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The Practices In Ireland Concerning the Granting of Non-EU Harmonised Protection Statuses

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Abstract People seeking protection who attain a status with lower guarantees whether, for example, for humanitarian reasons or due to the principle against non-refoulement, are accorded rights determined by a Member State’s domestic law. Such statuses, which are not provided for by EU law, may be said to be non-EU harmonised statuses. The current study outlines and compares the EU … Read More

Author(s):John Stanley (Independent Consultant), Corona Joyce and Emma Quinn (ESRI)
Publisher:Economic and Social Research Institute
Publication Date:19 Nov 2010
Geographic Focus:Ireland
ISBN:978 0 7070 0302 3
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Programmes and Strategies in Ireland Fostering Assisted Return to and Reintegration in Third Countries

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Abstract This European Migration Network (EMN) study aims to share knowledge on assisted return across EU Member States and to assist with the development of related policy and programmes. The focus of the Irish report is on the assisted voluntary return of non-EU nationals although some comparative information will also be included on forced return and on an assisted return … Read More

Author(s):Emma Quinn
Publisher:Economic and Social Research Institute
Publication Date:01 Feb 2010
Reference Period:01 Jan 2007 to 31 Dec 2009
Geographic Focus:Ireland
ISBN:97807002941
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Annual Policy Report on Migration and Asylum 2008: Ireland


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Abstract This report is the fifth in a series of Annual Policy Reports, a series which is intended to provide a coherent overview of migration and asylum trends and policy developments during consecutive periods beginning in January 2003. The report compiles information on migration trends, legislative developments and policy implementation issues in Ireland. Significant developments outlined in the report include … Read More

Author(s):Corona Joyce
Publisher:Economic and Social Research Institute
Publication Date:10 Sep 2009
Reference Period:01 Jan 2008 to 31 Dec 2008
Geographic Focus:Ireland
ISBN:9780707002910
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Policies on Unaccompanied Minors in Ireland

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Abstract This report examines policies and provisions for unaccompanied minors in Ireland. The report provides an overview of the complex system of provision in the area and highlights presenting issues and gaps as well as instances of best practice. A potential conflict was identified between the unaccompanied minor as a protection applicant or person of otherwise undefined legal (immigration) status, … Read More

Author(s):Corona Joyce and Emma Quinn
Publisher:Economic and Social Research Institute
Publication Date:02 Sep 2009
Reference Period:01 Jan 2000 to 31 Dec 2008
Geographic Focus:Ireland
ISBN:9780707002873
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The Organisation of Asylum and Migration Policies in Ireland: 2009


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Abstract  This study is descriptive in nature, providing a “map” of immigration and asylum-related policy in Ireland in 2008: how it is formed, its substance and how it is implemented. The focus is on non-EU immigration. Irish immigration policy is unusual within Europe in that it is strongly influenced by the Common Travel Area we share with the UK. In … Read More

Author(s):Emma Quinn
Publisher:Economic and Social Research Institute
Publication Date:27 Feb 2009
Reference Period:01 Jan 2008 to 31 Dec 2008
Geographic Focus:Ireland
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Annual Policy Report on Migration and Asylum 2007: Ireland


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Abstract The annual European Migration Network policy reports examine the main political developments in the area of migration and asylum at EU Member State level. This fourth annual policy analysis report focuses on the period from January to December 2007. This report for Ireland compiles information on migration trends, legislative developments and policy implementation issues. Important developments in the period … Read More

Author(s):Corona Joyce
Publisher:Economic and Social Research Institute
Publication Date:31 Dec 2008
Reference Period:01 Jan 2007 to 31 Dec 2007
Geographic Focus:Ireland
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Handbook on Immigration and Asylum in Ireland (2007)


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Abstract This Handbook is intended as a reference tool for people working in the area of immigration and asylum in Ireland. The recent dramatic shift towards increased immigration in Ireland has resulted in the emergence of much new information in diverse fields, including statistics, policy and law. The Handbook aims to draw together such information up to the end of … Read More

Author(s):Corona Joyce, Philip J. O'Connell, Emma Quinn, (ESRI) and John Stanley (Independent Consultant)
Publisher:Economic and Social Research Institute
Publication Date:28 Nov 2008
Geographic Focus:Ireland
ISBN:0707002745
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Policy Analysis Report on Asylum and Migration: Ireland 2006


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Abstract  The annual European Migration Network policy reports examine the main political developments in the area of migration and asylum at EU Member State level. This third policy analysis report focuses on the period from January to December 2006. This report for Ireland compiles information on migration trends, legislative developments and policy implementation issues. Important developments in the period included … Read More

Author(s):Emma Quinn
Publisher:Economic and Social Research Institute
Publication Date:08 Oct 2007
Reference Period:01 Jan 2003 to 31 Dec 2006
Geographic Focus:Ireland
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Return Migration: EMN Synthesis Report


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This EMN synthesis report summarises and compares, within a European perspective, the findings from eleven National Contact Points (Austria, Belgium, Estonia, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Sweden, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom) of the European Migration Network (EMN), on the policy and practice of return migration. The main objectives of this study, in the context of its objective to … Read More

Author(s):European Migration Network
Publisher:Directorate General Justice, Freedom and Security
Publication Date:01 May 2007
Geographic Focus:European Union
ISBN:9789279077920
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Return Migration: The Irish Case

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Abstract  This report was formerly titled “Return Migration from Ireland”. This study presents available information on return migration from Ireland. A range of return types are discussed. Forced returns include deportations, removals and Dublin II transfers of non-EU nationals. The report also includes information on returns of non-EU nationals that are administratively “assisted” by the Department of Justice, Equality and … Read More

Author(s):Emma Quinn
Publisher:Economic and Social Research Institute
Publication Date:26 Feb 2007
Geographic Focus:Ireland
ISBN:0707002567
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Illegally Resident Third Country Nationals in EU Member States: state approaches toward them, their profile and social situation: EMN Synthesis Report


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This EMN synthesis report dealt with illegally resident third country nationals in the European Union Member States representing the situation in 2005. The report summarizes and compares findings from reports produced by nine National Contact Points (EMN NCPs) including Austria, Belgium, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, Sweden and the United Kingdom. While the degree of prevention and control of … Read More

Author(s):European Migration Network
Publisher:Directorate-General Justice, Freedom and Security, European Commission
Publication Date:01 Jan 2007
Geographic Focus:European Union
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Reception Systems, their capacities and the social situation of asylum applicants: EMN Synthesis Report


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Abstract This EMN synthesis report provides a description of reception facilities in the member states, the number, capacities and location of such accommodation centres and of other accommodation; an analysis of the social situation of asylum applicants within the accommodation centres; and a description of the administrative and legal frameworks of the asylum application procedures. Ten of the EMN National … Read More

Author(s):European Migration Network
Publisher:Directorate General Justice, Freedom and Security
Publication Date:01 May 2006
Geographic Focus:European Union
ISBN:9200000000
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Policy Analysis Report on Asylum and Migration: Ireland mid 2004 to 2005


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The annual European Migration Network policy reports examine the main political developments in the area of migration and asylum at EU Member State level. This second policy report focuses on the period from July 2004 to December 2005. This report for Ireland compiles information on migration trends, legislative developments and policy implementation issues. Important developments in the period included increased … Read More

Author(s):Emma Quinn
Publisher:Economic and Social Research Institute
Publication Date:01 Feb 2006
Reference Period:01 Jul 2004 to 31 Dec 2005
Geographic Focus:Ireland
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Illegally Resident Third Country Nationals in Ireland: State Approaches towards their Situation


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Abstract This report is the Irish contribution to an EU-wide investigation of illegal immigration and State approaches to illegally resident immigrants. There are two categories of illegal immigrant discussed in the current report: persons who enter the State illegally and continue to reside illegally and persons who enter legally and whose residence status later becomes irregular. Almost no statistics exist … Read More

Author(s):Emma Quinn and Gerard Hughes (ESRI)
Publisher:Economic and Social Research Institute
Publication Date:01 Jan 2005
Reference Period:01 Jan 2005 to 01 Jan 2020
Geographic Focus:Ireland
ISBN:Dublin, Ireland
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