Question
297. Deputy Tom Fleming asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if she will expedite the Garda Síochána vetting process for a person (details supplied) in County Kerry, as the person's work opportunity will expire by 10 December 2015; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [43565/15]
Answer
Minister for Justice and Equality (Deputy Frances Fitzgerald): I am informed by the Garda Authorities that a vetting application in respect of the person to whom the Deputy refers was received by the Garda Central Vetting Unit on 12 November 2015. The application was processed and returned to the registered organisation on 25 November 2015. It would be advisable for the applicant to contact the registered organisation to ascertain the current position.