FTA Ireland is calling for improvements to the non-EU work permits scheme that faciliates the placement of non-EU HGV drivers with Irish companies.
“Whilst the process has improved recently it is costly for employers and the licence exchange element must improve,” Aidan Flynn Chief Executive, FTA Ireland said.
“In addition consideration must be given to allowing families of those coming to Ireland on a General Employment Permit to accompany the drivers and to be allowed to work,” he added.
He concluded: “The current situation is not tenable and is proving counter intuitive with nearly 45 per cent of non-EU workers leaving their employment soon after starting work.”
