Séamus Kirk (Louth, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister, Deputy Howlin, for the comprehensive response. I agree that we enjoy strong cultural ties and bilateral relations with Libya, and I hope they will be an invaluable conduit in bringing about a resolution to the matter. I ask the Minister to request his colleague, the Tánaiste, to explore the possibility of establishing a liaison in the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade who would be available to a representative or some of the teachers involved. At least in those circumstances they could be kept up to date on the position.

Part of the difficulty with all of this is the teachers not knowing what the position is. If the Department of Foreign Affairs is in a position to take some responsibility, or at least to provide up-to-date information, it would be much appreciated.

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