So how much more are you going to pay for what's being advertised as "stunning and innovative" design? A recent Facebook post suggested increases in fees of as much as 400% - but the Minister says, for now at least, the price for a passport remains the same as it was:
Eamon Courtenay, Minister of Foreign Affairs
"The fees remain the same there is no change at this time."
Cherisse Halsall:
"Ok, because there was a rumoured change that..."
Eamon Courtenay, Minister of Foreign Affairs
"Yes, it went to Cabinet with increased fees but we had a long. The decision about it and ultimately we decided that now is not the best time to make those changes so the fees will continue at this time."
Reporter:
"Is it expected that will increase though?"
Eamon Courtenay, Minister of Foreign Affairs
"Yes, I suspect it will increase at some point but certainly not this year."
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