Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael)

I commend Deputy Martin for his forthrightness in promoting this when he was Minister for Foreign Affairs, and I am very glad that towards the end of her presidency, President McAleese issued the invitation to Buckingham Palace, which was accepted by the Queen. I acknowledge the Deputy's interest in this during his time as Minister.

I do not as yet have the details regarding the permanent set-up in respect of the GIS. I do not envisage that there will be any great changes, but in the event, I shall let the Deputy know.

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