Approaches to Unaccompanied Minors Following Status Determination in the EU plus Norway: EMN Synthesis Report


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Abstract Between 2014 and 2017, some 219,575 minors came to the EU plus Norway unaccompanied, i.e. without a parent or another adult responsible for them, to seek asylum. At the same time, at least another 48,591 minors came unaccompanied for other reasons, though the number of those outside the asylum system remains largely unknown. The study aims to explore the … Read More

Author(s):European Migration Network
Publisher:Directorate General Migration and Home Affairs, European Commission
Publication Date:09 Aug 2018
Geographic Focus:Europe
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Approaches to Unaccompanied Minors Following Status Determination in the EU plus Norway: EMN Inform


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This inform summarises the EMN study on Approaches to Unaccompanied Minors Following Status Determination in the EU plus Norway. Key points to note: Between 2014 and 2017, some 219,575 minors came to the EU and Norway unaccompanied, i.e. without a parent or another adult responsible for them, to seek asylum. At least another 48,591 minors came unaccompanied for other reasons, though … Read More

Author(s):European Migration Network
Publisher:Directorate General Migration and Home Affairs, European Commission
Publication Date:09 Aug 2018
Geographic Focus:Europe
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The effectiveness of return in EU Member States: EMN Inform


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This Inform presents an overview of the EMN Study on The effectiveness of return in EU Member States. Key points to note: National debates increasingly focus on return, which is widely considered as a priority across Member States.  National practices implementing the EU framework – or equivalent standards – vary between Member States, as a result of different administrative practices, … 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: 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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Dissemination of Information on Voluntary Return: how to reach irregular migrants not in contact with the authorities: EMN Synthesis Report

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AbstractReturn policy is essential for a credible legal migration policy. Information dissemination is a key element in operating an effective voluntary return policy enabling people to make an informed choice about their future. Whilst there is limited information to estimate the exact scale of irregular migration in the EU, due to the largely clandestine nature of the phenomenon, (proxy) indicators … Read More

Author(s):European Migration Network
Publisher:Directorate General Migration and Home Affairs, European Commission
Publication Date:01 Oct 2015
Geographic Focus:Europe
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Dissemination of Information on Voluntary Return: how to reach irregular migrants not in contact with the authorities: EMN Inform


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This EMN Inform summarises the main findings of the 2015 EMN Study on Dissemination of information on voluntary return which was based on contributions from EMN Contact Points from 24 (Member) States[1] and Norway. Key points to note: Whilst there is limited information to estimate the exact scale of irregular migration in the EU, due to the largely clandestine nature … Read More

Author(s):European Migration Network
Publisher:Directorate General Migration and Home Affairs, European Commission
Publication Date:01 Oct 2015
Geographic Focus:Europe
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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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Practical approaches and good practices in return and reintegration to Afghanistan and Pakistan: EMN Inform


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Afghanistan and Pakistan are amongst the top 5 countries of origin of third-country nationals (TCNs) subject to a return decision[1]. In 2013, around 14,700 Afghans and 26,000 Pakistan nationals were issued with a return decision, representing respectively 3.7% and 5.8% of the total number of migrants ordered to leave the EU territory. Key points to note: In 2013, 3,500 Afghan … Read More

Author(s):European Migration Network
Publisher:Directorate General Migration and Home Affairs, European Commission
Publication Date:09 Feb 2015
Geographic Focus:European Union and Norway; Afghanistan; Pakistan
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Challenges and good practices in the return and reintegration of irregular migrants to Western Africa: EMN Inform


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The aims of this EMN Inform are to consider the impact of assisted voluntary return (AVR) and reintegration programmes on return and reintegration to countries in Western Africa; to describe how Member States adjust their programmes to support return to this region; and to identify challenges and good practices in return/reintegration to Western Africa. Key points to note: Political unrest, … Read More

Author(s):European Migration Network
Publisher:Directorate General Migration and Home Affairs, European Commission
Publication Date:09 Feb 2015
Geographic Focus:European and Western Africa
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Good practices in the return and reintegration of irregular migrants: Member States’ entry bans policy and use of readmission agreements between Member States and third countries: EMN Synthesis Report

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Abstract This study presents an analysis of Member States’ use of entry bans and readmission agreements with a specific focus on their practical application and effectiveness, whilst also identifying good practices in their use, including possible synergies, in the implementation of return and reintegration measures. The majority of Member States automatically impose entry bans, in line with Art. 11 (1) … Read More

Author(s):European Migration Network
Publisher:Directorate General Home Affairs, European Commission
Publication Date:09 Dec 2014
Geographic Focus:Europe and Nowary
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Good practices in the return and reintegration of irregular migrants: Member States’ entry bans policy and use of readmission agreements between Member States and third countries: EMN Inform

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This EMN Inform summarises the main findings of the EMN Main Study on Good practices in the return and reintegration of irregular migrants: Member States’ entry bans policy & use of readmission agreements between Member States and third countries. Key points to note include: The Return Directive has resulted in an increased harmonised legal framework on entry bans at national … Read More

Author(s):European Migration Network
Publisher:Directorate General Home Affairs, European Commission
Publication Date:09 Dec 2014
Geographic Focus:Europe
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Incentives to return to a third-country and support provided to migrants for their reintegration: EMN Inform


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This EMN Inform identifies the actors involved in funding, implementing and receiving assistance. It draws an overview of the different forms of incentives to return and of reintegration assistance provided across Europe. It finally assesses the impact of these programmes on the overall development of the EU Return Policy and highlights the challenges for the coming years. It is based … Read More

Author(s):European Migration Network
Publisher:Directorate General Home Affairs, European Commission
Publication Date:24 Nov 2014
Geographic Focus:Europe
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Recent findings on Return: EMN Inform


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This EMN Inform provides an overview of current aspects of return principally in EU Schengen Member States and Norway including statistics. Whilst the United Kingdom and Ireland are not Schengen Member States, where relevant, information has been included from these countries in order to provide a more comprehensive overview of the EU Member States. Information has been drawn from EMN … Read More

Author(s):European Migration Network
Publisher:Directorate General Home Affairs, European Commission
Publication Date:05 Dec 2013
Geographic Focus:Europe
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Early-life Causes and Later-life Consequences of Migration: Evidence from Older Irish Adults

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Abstract Between 2009 and 2011, fieldwork was undertaken for the first wave of the Irish Longitudinal Study on Ageing (TILDA). Extensive information was collected on about 8,500 individuals aged 50 and over and living in Ireland, covering topics such as economic circumstances and health. One of the features of Ireland’s older population is the remarkably high proportion of returned migrants, … Read More

Author(s):Alan Barrett, Irene Mosca
Publisher:Springer
Publication Date:22 Jan 2013
Geographic Focus:Ireland
URL:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1007%2Fs12062-012-9078-4
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Where do I go from here? The leading factors in voluntary return or remaining in Ireland

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This 12 month research report explores the key determining factors for migrants in taking the decision to stay in Ireland or to return to their country of origin. These include the Irish migration control system; security; political instability; economic opportunity and family life.

Author(s):Dr. Liam Coakley
Publisher:IOM Ireland
Publication Date:01 Jul 2011
Geographic Focus:Ireland
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Programmes and Strategies in the EU Member States Fostering Assisted Return to and Reintegration in Third Countries: EMN Synthesis Report


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The purpose of this study is to map the different forms of Assisted Return that are in place in the EU Member States, thereby facilitating a comparative analysis and providing a basis to support any further policy development at national and EU level that might be undertaken. It does this by outlining inter alia the various approaches of Assisted Return … Read More

Author(s):European Migration Network
Publisher:Directorate General for Home Affairs, European Commission
Publication Date:23 Mar 2011
Geographic Focus:Europe
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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 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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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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