Paul Kehoe (Wexford, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

There are several policy issues around Ireland being part of the full Operation Sophia. Ireland’s response to the humanitarian effort in the Mediterranean in 2015 and 2016 was effective, however. I am not sure if the Deputy saw the programme "The Crossing" last night on television. It was excellent coverage of the work of the Naval Service in the Mediterranean. There were some absolutely harrowing pictures of what exactly it does every day. I would be favourable towards the continuation of this mission and humanitarian effort.

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