The application of the habitual residence condition and the ‘right to reside’ test is having an extremely negative impact on Roma living in Ireland, whereby many Roma are not entitled to any social protection measures. This is causing huge suffering within the Roma community.

Many Roma in Ireland are in vulnerable positions. The lack of a positive overall strategy for Roma inclusion is hugely problematic.
This submission outlines:

• Details of the habitual residence condition and the right to reside
• Details of the impact of the habitual residence condition on Roma in Ireland
• Pavee Point recommendations