Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael)

Did the Taoiseach discuss with him, perhaps even briefly, the question of the undocumented Irish? Is it his hope that the US Government will introduce a comprehensive Bill within 12 to 18 months or does he envisage that the Minister for Foreign Affairs might have to make arrangements, if possible, for a bilateral arrangement with the US, given that former Senator Clinton is now the Secretary of State?

My third question concerns the role of the special envoy to Northern Ireland, an appointment made originally by President Clinton. This is an important position in keeping connections and contacts alive between Northern Ireland, Ireland and the United States. Prior to the US presidential election there were some suggestions that the special envoy might be recalled. Did the Taoiseach mention to President Obama the importance of maintaining this position? If so, did the President make any comment?

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