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HR Headquarters: The Dawn of Ireland’s Enhanced Employment Permits Act

July 26, 2024

HR Headquarters: The Dawn of Ireland’s Enhanced Employment Permits Act

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By: Colm Collins

On 25 June 2024, Irish President Higgins signed the Employment Permits Bill 2022 into law, marking a significant milestone for Ireland's business immigration landscape.

As Director Colm Collins highlights in this HR Headquarters piece, the legislation reflects Ireland's evolution into a prime global business destination for foreign talent. The business immigration industry has been eagerly awaiting this legislation in hopes it will support Ireland’s continued growth. 

The new legislation introduces key changes, such as a seasonal employment permit and easier transitions between employers for non-EEA workers, while also increasing compliance scrutiny for employers to ensure protection and adherence to regulations.

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