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Written Answers — Department of Defence: Departmental Contracts (19 Jan 2022)

Simon Coveney: The table below provides details of consultancy services engaged by my Department in 2021; the reason for each consultancy, the name of the provider of the consultancy service and the cost incurred. Provider of Consultancy Service Purpose of Consultancy Amount Marman & Associates Ltd Watercraft Safety Consultancy in relation to...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Departmental Contracts (19 Jan 2022)

Simon Coveney: My Department is not responsible for the provision of any public services which have been outsourced. The Military Authorities have advised me that none of the roles outlined in the White Paper on Defence 2015, Chapter 5 – Roles of the Defence Forces, are contracted to a service provider.

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces (19 Jan 2022)

Simon Coveney: I am advised by the military authorities that it is intended to launch cadetship competitions, supported by a specific media campaign, for all three services of the Defence Forces in the first quarter of 2022.

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Departmental Correspondence (19 Jan 2022)

Simon Coveney: I have not had an engagement with the United States Secretary of Defence, Mr. Lloyd James Austin III, during 2021 as the opportunity did not arise.

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces (19 Jan 2022)

Simon Coveney: I am informed by the military that the current number of vacancies for each of the requested positions are as follows: Position Vacancies Timeline for Completion/ Remarks Dentists Four The Terms and Conditions for a competition for the recruitment of Dental Officers are being finalised. It is anticipated that a...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Naval Service (19 Jan 2022)

Simon Coveney: I am aware of the MV Alta which washed onto rocks close to Ballycotton, County Cork in February 2020. Under the Merchant Shipping (Salvage and Wreck) Act, 1993, it is the Minister for Transport who has particular resposibilities relating to wrecked or stranded vessels. The Act also sets out the responsibilities for the owner, the harbour authority, a local authority or the Commissioners...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Public Sector Staff (19 Jan 2022)

Simon Coveney: The Military Authorities have advised on the number of Defence Forces personnel in each of the local electoral areas in County Clare as follows: 2020 2021* Clare: Ennis 0 0 Clare: Ennistymon 0 0 Clare: Kilrush 33 0 Clare: Killaloe 23 0 ...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Public Sector Staff (19 Jan 2022)

Simon Coveney: The Military Authorities have advised on the number of Defence Forces personnel in each of the local electoral areas in County Clare in each of the years 2016 to 2021 as follows: 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021** Clare: Ennis 45 46 47 47 0 0 Clare: Ennistymon*...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Public Sector Staff (19 Jan 2022)

Simon Coveney: The Military Authorities have advised on the number of Defence Forces personnel in each of the local electoral areas in County Clare in each of the years 2016 to 2021 as follows: 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021** Clare: Ennis 45 46 47 47 0 0 Clare: Ennistymon*...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Air Corps (19 Jan 2022)

Simon Coveney: My priority as Minister for Defence is to ensure that the operational capability of the Army, Air Corps and Naval Service is maintained and developed. This is to enable the Defence Forces to carry out the roles assigned by Government, as set out in the White Paper on Defence.  Equipment priorities for the Army, Air Corps and Naval Service are being considered in the context of the...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Diplomatic Representation (16 Dec 2021)

Simon Coveney: I propose to take Questions Nos. 351 to 354, inclusive, together. I propose to group the Deputy’s four questions together for answer. The Government, on foot of proposals made by the Minister for Foreign Affairs, nominates officers for Ambassadorial posts. The nominated Ambassadors are subsequently appointed by the President and take up duty abroad following the receipt of...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: State Bodies (16 Dec 2021)

Simon Coveney: There are no State boards or agencies under the remit of my Department.

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Passport Services (16 Dec 2021)

Simon Coveney: Diplomatic and official passports are issued in accordance with the provisions of the Passports Act, 2008. Section 16 of the Act makes particular provision for the issuance of diplomatic passports to persons who hold a diplomatic rank or to persons whom the Minister for Foreign Affairs considers it appropriate to issue such a passport in order to carry out their duties. Official...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Departmental Data (16 Dec 2021)

Simon Coveney: It has not proved possible to collate the information requested within the time allocated for responding to this PQ. The Department has followed up with the Deputy's Office directly and will provide the information requested as soon as possible and no later than 31 January 2022.  

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Passport Services (16 Dec 2021)

Simon Coveney: I propose to take Questions Nos. 358 and 362 together. With regard to the specific applications about which the Deputies have enquired, the Passport Service has provided an update on the status of the passport application, and return of supporting documents, to the applicant. 

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Passport Services (16 Dec 2021)

Simon Coveney: With regard to the specific application about which the Deputy has enquired, the Passport Service has issued a passport to the applicant. 

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Middle East (16 Dec 2021)

Simon Coveney: I am aware of the case to which the Deputy refers. Irish officials are monitoring this matter, in cooperation with partners on the ground.  As I outlined in my response to Questions 16, 23 and 24 of 18 November, Ireland supports the statement by the EU Delegation in Jerusalem on 5 November, calling on Israel to respect international law and avoid loss of life in this case, and...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Foreign Conflicts (16 Dec 2021)

Simon Coveney: Ireland is a strong and consistent supporter of Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity and has condemned Russian violations of Ukrainian sovereignty. The build-up of Russian troops on the border with Ukraine is a matter of great concern. The potential effect of the build-up on the security situation in the non-government controlled territories of Donetsk and Luhansk, which border...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Victim Support Services (16 Dec 2021)

Simon Coveney: The Government has always sought to acknowledge and address the legitimate needs and expectations of victims’ families and survivors of Troubles-related attacks in this jurisdiction. We are deeply conscious of the enduring suffering and hardship that survivors of Troubles-related violence bear, both North and South, and indeed in Britain and Europe. The Government...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Northern Ireland (16 Dec 2021)

Simon Coveney: It has been the clear and consistent position of the Government that the Stormont House Agreement provides a balanced and comprehensive framework to address the legacy of the Troubles. It was agreed by both Governments and the political parties after intensive negotiations, and it should be implemented – for the families and victims who have waited for too long.  We have taken...