Migrant workers, families and supporters gathered outside Leinster House yesterday to protest against proposed changes to Irish citizenship laws, which campaigners say would make it much harder for migrants to become Irish citizens.
The Government’s proposed legislation includes increasing the residency requirement from five to eight years, introducing income and language tests, and restricting citizenship for those who have received certain social welfare payments or housing supports.
The Migrant Rights Centre Ireland says the proposals are unfair and would penalise people who make a vital contribution to Irish society. The organisation is calling for the Bill to be withdrawn in full.
Neil Bruton, Director of MRCI, joined us on The Agenda this morning to explain why they are opposing the changes and what they could mean for migrant workers and their families.
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