Ireland's Migration Policy (Leaving Cert Geography): Quizzes
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When was the Employment Permits Act introduced in Ireland?
When was the Employment Permits Act introduced in Ireland?
1 October 2014
Which countries, besides EU members, make up the EEA?
Which countries, besides EU members, make up the EEA?
Iceland, Norway & Liechtenstein
How many main categories of employment permits does Ireland's system have?
How many main categories of employment permits does Ireland's system have?
Four main categories
What is the minimum annual salary for a General Employment Permit?
What is the minimum annual salary for a General Employment Permit?
€30,000
How long must jobs be advertised on Social Protection/EURES network?
How long must jobs be advertised on Social Protection/EURES network?
At least 2 weeks
What was the Critical Skills Employment Permit previously called?
What was the Critical Skills Employment Permit previously called?
Green Card Permit
What salary qualifies for Critical Skills Permit on the Highly Skilled List?
What salary qualifies for Critical Skills Permit on the Highly Skilled List?
€30,000+
What is the main purpose of the Dependant/Partner/Spouse Employment Permit?
What is the main purpose of the Dependant/Partner/Spouse Employment Permit?
Facilitates family unity
What restrictions do asylum seekers face during the application process?
What restrictions do asylum seekers face during the application process?
Cannot work or leave the country
What support do asylum seekers receive whilst their application is processed?
What support do asylum seekers receive whilst their application is processed?
Accommodation, healthcare & education
When was the referendum on Irish citizenship for children of non-nationals?
When was the referendum on Irish citizenship for children of non-nationals?
June 2004
When did asylum applications in Ireland reach their lowest point?
When did asylum applications in Ireland reach their lowest point?
946 applications in 2013
What % of Irish people viewed immigration as good in 2015?
What % of Irish people viewed immigration as good in 2015?
41%