PQ 490
490. Deputy Carol Nolan asked the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment whether, in light of the EU–India free trade agreement and associated EU mobility signalling, his Department has assessed the projected impact on employment permit application volumes by sector and nationality in 2026–2027; whether any expansion or adjustment of Critical Skills or General Employment Permit eligibility is planned; whether permit criteria, salary thresholds, and occupation lists are being calibrated with reference to housing supply and wider public service capacity; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9773/26]
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490. Deputy Carol Nolan asked the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment whether, in light of the EU–India free trade agreement and associated EU mobility signalling, his Department has assessed the projected impact on employment permit application volumes by sector and nationality in 2026–2027; whether any expansion or adjustment of Critical Skills or General Employment Permit eligibility is planned; whether permit criteria, salary thresholds, and occupation lists are being calibrated with reference to housing supply and wider public service capacity; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9773/26]
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