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FURTHER arrests are expected in a garda clampdown on bogus asylum seekers, following the detention of 17 people at the weekend.

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Gardai have arrested at least 82 foreigners as part of a continuing crackdown on suspected illegal immigrants.

Tue, 23 Jul, 2002

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Gardai carried out another swoop on illegal immigrants.

Tue, 23 Jul, 2002

McDowell pledges to step up deportation of illegal immigrants

OVER 2,600 outstanding deportation orders issued against illegal immigrants will be implemented as soon as possible, Justice Minister Michael McDowell said yesterday.

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