The International Protection Act 2026 commenced today giving effect to the EU Migration and Asylum Pact. The objective is to provide a fair, sustainable and efficient asylum procedure consistent with asylum laws across the EU.
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- With effect from Monday 15 June 2026, nationals of Nicaragua, Saint Kitts and Nevis and Saint Lucia will be required to obtain a visa before travelling to Ireland. Read more: bit.ly/3S4Fdiv @brophytalks
- Cindy Carroll has been appointed the first Chief Appeals Officer to the Tribunal for Asylum and Returns Appeals (TARA) TARA will manage International Protection appeals under the International Protection Act 2026. Read more: bit.ly/4omtUhz @OCallaghanJim @brophytalks
- Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration @OCallaghanJim has today received Cabinet approval to progress his legislative proposals to address the legacy of the Troubles. Read more:
- Government approval to publish legislation that will allow those convicted of domestic violence against a partner or former partner to be included on a public register. Read more: bit.ly/4upSSyg @OCallaghanJim
- The final report of the Commission of Investigation (Response to Complaints of Allegations of Child Sexual Abuse made against Bill Kenneally and Related Matters) was published today. Read more: bit.ly/4uVcLOF @OCallaghanJim
- Applications are now open for the Ireland Against Racism Fund. The objective of this fund is to combat racism and foster racial equality and community cohesion. A detailed guidance document and online application form can be found at bit.ly/4lCpWiW @brophytalks
- The removal of the right of appeal for certain short stay (type C) visa refusals was announced today. Under this change, applicants who are refused a short stay visa will no longer be able to appeal this decision. Read more: bit.ly/49tEmOk @brophytalks
- Minister @OCallaghanJim secures Government approval to publish the Criminal Justice (International Cooperation on Electronic Evidence and Other Matters) Bill 2026 Read more:
- The Government has approved the appointment of Paul Cleary as the new Deputy Commissioner in An Garda Síochána. Read more: bit.ly/4u3qFgz
- Minister @OCallaghanJim announces passage of International Co-operation (Omagh Bombing Inquiry) Bill 2026 through the Houses of the Oireachtas. Read more:
- Government secured approval for new measures in relation to Ukrainian citizens with Temporary Protection status. @OCallaghanJim @brophytalks Find out more: bit.ly/42WY5lS
- Minister @OCallaghanJim calls on those with information about The Disappeared to provide it to the Independent Commission for the Location of Victims’ Remains. Read More:











