Immigration policy a cherry-picking exercise

OUR immigration policy has been reduced to a cherry-picking exercise.

Immigration policy a cherry-picking exercise
Mon, 28 Mar, 2005 - 01:00

Exceptions are being made more frequently under the pressure of public protest, showing up deep inconsistencies in national policy. Justice Minister Michael McDowell has taken a strong stand on illegal immigration however, the exception is becoming the rule.

Maurice Fitzgerald

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