Charles Flanagan (Laois-Offaly, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I and my officials continue to monitor the situation with regard to parades very closely, with particular reference to north Belfast. Last year saw the most peaceful marching season in Northern Ireland for many years. I again encourage all stakeholders to build on last year's successful marching season. I do not underestimate the challenge but I believe it can be overcome through dialogue and mutual respect.

Another anniversary of the Dublin and Monaghan bombings has passed. I wish to express my disappointment that the appropriate files and papers have not yet been made available. I will, however, encourage the British Government to make the files available. I raised the matter on the previous occasion on which I met the Secretary of State. I understand the Taoiseach has also raised the issue directly with the UK Prime Minister, David Cameron. It is an issue to which I will return this evening in the course of my discussions with the Secretary of State, Theresa Villiers.

I believe it is important that we get full co-operation, particularly for the victims, families and survivors. It is important that we move towards eventual closure on these issues and the release of papers, documents and files is fundamental in that regard. I assure the Deputy of my continued interest in the matter.

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