Agreed about MPAC - it seems to be nothing of any significance - apart from the potential for terrorism which should be monitored by the Gardai
I am not attacking any immigrant groups either but I think there is a culture in Ireland in which we think that its our responsability to help out anyone in the entire world who is in need.
To be granted citizenship of Ireland, I think that non nationals should have to:
- pass a Junior Cert exam in Gaelige and Irish history
- pay PRSI or income taxes for 5 years
- revoke their citizenship of other countries
- declare an oath of loyalty to the Republic and its aims.
- no criminal record in country of origin or in Ireland
Right now the requirements for citizenship are very basic and amount to living in Ireland for a total 1 year within the last 5 years.
So basically anyone in the world can become an Irish citizen if they so wish.
Becoming an Irish citizen through naturalisation
Compare Australia, UK or USA and you will see how over generous we are.