Supporting integration? International practices on civics and language requirements linked to naturalisation: policy implications for Ireland

emnadmin


Download File

Ireland’s Migrant Integration Strategy 2017-2020 states that the introduction of both civics and language tests for those seeking citizenship in Ireland will be examined. This research aims to contribute by investigating requirements linked to naturalisation in Europe. Drawing on a wide range of sources, including a related European Migration Network study, a mapping exercise was undertaken across 27 EU Member … Read More

Author(s):Sarah Groarke, Michał Polakowski, Emma Quinn, Frances McGinnity
Publisher:Economic and Social Research Institute and Department of Justice and Equality
Publication Date:28 Sep 2020
Geographic Focus:EU
ISBN:978-0-7070-0535-5
Go Back

Monitoring report on integration 2018


Download File

 

The research examines how well migrants are settling into Ireland, now one of the most diverse countries in the EU, with 17 per cent of the population born in another country. The study finds that non-Irish nationals are matching Irish nationals on several key economic and social indicators, but that some groups remain disadvantaged. The special theme this report is … Read More

Author(s):Frances McGinnity, Éamonn Fahey, Emma Quinn, Samantha Arnold,Bertrand Maître and Philip O’Connell
Publisher:Economic and Social Research Institute
Publication Date:07 Nov 2018
Geographic Focus:Ireland
ISBN:978-0-7070-0466-2
Go Back

Annual Policy Report on Migration and Asylum 2014: Ireland


Download File

 

Abstract The Annual Policy Report on Migration and Asylum 2014 provides an overview of trends, policy developments and significant debates in the area of asylum and migration during 2014 in Ireland.  Some important developments in 2014 included:- Changes to the Start-Up Entrepreneur Programme (STEP) were announced placing greater emphasis on the marketing and promotion of the programme. The Atypical Working … Read More

Author(s):Corona Joyce and Susan Whelan
Publisher:Economic and Social Research Institute
Publication Date:05 Nov 2015
Reference Period:01 Jan 2014 to 31 Dec 2014
Geographic Focus:Ireland
URL:null
ISBN:978-0-7070-0382-5
Go Back

Annual Policy Report on Migration and Asylum 2011: Ireland


Download File

 

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 eight annual policy analysis report on Ireland focuses on the period from January to December 2011. Some important developments included:- The 29th Government of Ireland formed in March 2011 with Alan Shatter T.D. … Read More

Author(s):Corona Joyce
Publisher:Economic and Social Research Institute
Publication Date:30 Nov 2012
Geographic Focus:Ireland
ISBN:978 0 7070 0340 5
Go Back

Living in Limbo: Migrants’ Experiences of Applying for Naturalisation in Ireland


Download File

 

This research report documents and explores the issues of access to Irish citizenship and secure residence permission. The ICI responds to about 10,000 enquiries from individuals, organisations and legal practitioners each year. About 40 per cent of the enquiries we received in 2009 and 2010 related to security of immigration status and “permanency” by way of access to long-term residence … Read More

Author(s):Catherine Cosgrave (ICI)
Publisher:Immigrant Council of Ireland
Publication Date:06 May 2011
Geographic Focus:Ireland
ISBN:9780954549695
Go Back

Annual Policy Report 2008: EMN Synthesis Report

adminLeave a Comment


Download File

 

The report provides an overall insight into the most significant political and legislative (including EU) developments, as well as enforcement public debates, in the area of asylum and migration, with the focus on third-country nationals rather than EU nationals in the participating Member States for the period 1 January 2008 to 31 December 2008. This EMN Synthesis Report summarises the … Read More

Author(s):European Migration Network
Publisher:European Commission
Publication Date:16 Mar 2011
Reference Period:01 Jan 2008 to 31 Dec 2008
Geographic Focus:Europe
Go Back

Annual Policy Report 2009: EMN Synthesis Report

adminLeave a Comment


Download File

 

This EMN Synthesis Report provides an overall insight into the most significant political and legislative (including EU) developments, as well as public debates, in the area of migration and asylum in Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom … Read More

Author(s):European Migration Network
Publisher:Directorate General for Home Affairs, European Commission
Publication Date:01 Aug 2010
Reference Period:01 Jan 2009 to 31 Dec 2009
Geographic Focus:Europe
Go Back

Organisation of Asylum and Migration Policies in the EU Member States: EMN Synthesis Report


Download File

 

Abstract This study provides an overview of the organisation of asylum and migration policies in the EU Member States. This includes inter alia the institutional context, the Ministries involved, basic laws and regulations and other organisations dealing with immigrants. The study concerns only the organisation of asylum and migration policies related to third country nationals from outside the EU. The … Read More

Author(s):European Migration Network
Publisher:Directorate-General Justice, Freedom and Security
Publication Date:01 Aug 2010
Reference Period:01 Jan 2020 to 31 Dec 2008
Geographic Focus:European Union
Go Back

Annual Policy Report on Migration and Asylum 2009: Ireland


Download File

 

This report is the sixth in a series of Annual Policy Reports, a series which is intended to provide a coherent overview of migration and asylum trends and policy development during consecutive periods beginning in January 2003. Ireland continued to experience a period of economic crisis in 2009, with Gross National Product (GNP) and employment both contracting by over 8 … Read More

Author(s):Corona Joyce
Publisher:Economic and Social Research Institute
Publication Date:30 Jul 2010
Reference Period:01 Jan 2009 to 31 Dec 2009
Geographic Focus:Ireland
ISBN:978 0 7070 0305 4
Go Back

Annual Policy Report on Migration and Asylum 2008: Ireland


Download File

 

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
Go Back

Annual Policy Report 2007: EMN Synthesis Report

adminLeave a Comment


Download File

 

This report provides an overall insight into the most significant political and legislative (including EU) developments, as well as public debates in the area of migration and asylum for the period 1 January 2007 to 31 December 2007. The report is based on National reports produced  by EMN National Contact Points (NCPs) from Austria, Belgium, Estonia, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, … Read More

Author(s):European Migration Network
Publisher:European Commission
Publication Date:01 Mar 2009
Reference Period:01 Jan 2007 to 31 Dec 2007
Geographic Focus:European Union
Go Back

The Organisation of Asylum and Migration Policies in Ireland: 2009


Download File

 

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
Go Back

Invisible Pathways – how the Irish immigration system can contribute to people becoming undocumented


Download File

 

The report examines the main processes of the immigration system that people may go through or may be required to go through. It does not consider the asylum system. Specifically, the report draws attention to issues with the system that can contribute to people becoming undocumented. Such issues may only contribute in a small way to someone becoming undocumented or … Read More

Author(s):Crosscare Migrant Project
Publisher:Crosscare Migrant Project
Publication Date:01 Feb 2009
Geographic Focus:Ireland
ISBN:978 1 906485 10 8
Go Back

Annual Policy Report on Migration and Asylum 2007: Ireland


Download File

 

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
Go Back

Annual Policy Report 2006: EMN Synthesis Report

adminLeave a Comment


Download File

 

The report provides an overall insight into the most significant political discussions, legal developments, as well as enforcement policies and administrative practices in the participating Member States within the field of migration and asylum for the period 1 January 2006 to 31 December 2006. The report is based on Country Study reports produced by EMN National Contact Points (NCPs) from … Read More

Author(s):European Migration Network
Publisher:European Commission
Publication Date:01 Oct 2007
Reference Period:01 Jan 2006 to 31 Dec 2006
Geographic Focus:European Union
Go Back

Annual Policy Report 2005: EMN Synthesis Report

adminLeave a Comment


Download File

 

The report provides an overall insight into the most significant political discussions, legal developments, as well as enforcement policies and administrative practices in the participating Member States within the field of migration and asylum for the period 1 July 2004 to 31 December 2005. The report is based on Country Study reports produced by EMN National Contact Points (NCPs) from … Read More

Author(s):European Migration Network
Publication Date:01 Nov 2006
Reference Period:01 Jul 2004 to 31 Dec 2005
Geographic Focus:European Union
Go Back