John Perry (Sligo-North Leitrim, Fine Gael)

That is the balance. The Minister is very determined.

We consider some recommendations to have already been implemented while other areas of implementation are underway, as indicated by the Minister, Deputy Shatter, at our review in October. As we are all aware, the protection and promotion of human rights require continuous review and updating. As society evolves, so must our response to the challenges and dangers to fundamental rights and freedoms. It is particularly important to us that in the years leading up to our next review, the momentum which we and all stakeholders set in train for the first UPR cycle is not lost and we will continue to work on making Ireland a fairer place in which to live.

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