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Employment permits system still offline following suspected breach

Published

4 November 2026

Topic

regulatory

◆ Geography

Ireland

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◆ Verified

Fusion42 · 4 November 2026 · Fusion42 review

The employment permits system in Ireland remains offline following a suspected cybersecurity breach, disrupting the permit application process.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

You must prepare for delays in permit processing and possible regulatory changes after this breach. Your access to Irish labour markets is at risk until the system is restored and secured.

◆ Coverage

1 source · 4 Nov 2026

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