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Tribunal of Inquiry into certain matters relating to the Complaints Processes in the Defence Forces: Motion (24 Jan 2024)

Micheál Martin: Yes.

Tribunal of Inquiry into certain matters relating to the Complaints Processes in the Defence Forces: Motion (24 Jan 2024)

Micheál Martin: We said that already. The judge will deal with it.

Tribunal of Inquiry into certain matters relating to the Complaints Processes in the Defence Forces: Motion (24 Jan 2024)

Micheál Martin: The judge will deal with it, but we have indicated to the groups-----

Tribunal of Inquiry into certain matters relating to the Complaints Processes in the Defence Forces: Motion (24 Jan 2024)

Micheál Martin: People have to have their legal costs addressed.

Tribunal of Inquiry into certain matters relating to the Complaints Processes in the Defence Forces: Motion (24 Jan 2024)

Micheál Martin: No, that is not true.

Tribunal of Inquiry into certain matters relating to the Complaints Processes in the Defence Forces: Motion (24 Jan 2024)

Micheál Martin: I set up a few of investigations.

Tribunal of Inquiry into certain matters relating to the Complaints Processes in the Defence Forces: Motion (24 Jan 2024)

Micheál Martin: No, they do not.

Tribunal of Inquiry into certain matters relating to the Complaints Processes in the Defence Forces: Motion (24 Jan 2024)

Micheál Martin: I move: That Dáil Éireann: bearing in mind the serious allegations of discrimination, bullying, harassment, sexual harassment and sexual misconduct in the Defence Forces; noting the decision of Government, in January 2022, to establish an Independent Review Group (IRG) to examine such issues and provide recommendations and guidance to the Minister for Defence on measures and...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Passport Services (24 Jan 2024)

Micheál Martin: The Passport Service is successfully meeting high demand for passports. All turnaround times are at or well-ahead of target and there are no backlogs. The majority of online adult renewal applications issue within two working days. Over 1 million applications were received by the Passport Service in 2023, and over 950,000 passports were issued. Passport Online was rolled out to an additional...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: European Union (24 Jan 2024)

Micheál Martin: Ireland will hold the rotating Presidency of the Council of the European Union from July to December 2026. It will be Ireland’s eighth EU Presidency, our most recent term in the role having been in 2013. During the six-month Presidency, Ireland will be responsible for driving the EU policy agenda and advancing work on EU legislative and policy initiatives. Irish Ministers and officials...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: International Bodies (24 Jan 2024)

Micheál Martin: The International Criminal Court (ICC) was established as the first permanent international court to end impunity for the perpetrators of international crimes. The Court was established in 2002 with the entry into force of the Rome Statute. By its very existence the Court not only promotes and upholds the rule of law but also provides a means of bringing to account the perpetrators of the...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Foreign Birth Registration (24 Jan 2024)

Micheál Martin: My Department is responsible for processing Foreign Birth Registration (FBR) applications for people who are born abroad and claim Irish citizenship through a grandparent born in Ireland or through a parent who has claimed citizenship also through FBR or Naturalisation. Foreign Birth Registration, by its nature, is a detailed and complex process, often involving official documentation...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Departmental Staff (24 Jan 2024)

Micheál Martin: My Department has a policy on blended working for staff at HQ offices which is aligned with the Blended Working Policy Framework for Civil Service organisations. It is subject to ongoing review to ensure it is being implemented in an effective way, is meeting the needs of the people the Department serves while also meeting the needs of staff. Staff based at offices, whose roles are...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Departmental Staff (24 Jan 2024)

Micheál Martin: I can confirm that there are no State boards or agencies operating under the aegis of my Department.

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Middle East (24 Jan 2024)

Micheál Martin: Irish State investments are a matter for the Minister for Finance. Ireland’s overriding position on Israeli settlements is crystal clear. They are illegal under international law and are damaging to the prospects for peace. Ireland’s position on the illegality of Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territory informs our engagement with the State of Israel across...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Middle East (24 Jan 2024)

Micheál Martin: As I have previously stated regarding the EU-Israel Association in October 2022, and as I made clear to this House at the time, Ireland’s position was that such a meeting would only go ahead once an EU position was finalised. This approach was important as it enabled the EU to speak with one voice on key issues of concern, notably in relation to human rights and international law, and...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Ukraine War (24 Jan 2024)

Micheál Martin: I propose to take Questions Nos. 52 and 61 together. Ireland's overall financial support to Ukraine since February 2022 amounts to €210 million, comprised of over €90 million in stabilisation and humanitarian funding and commitments of approximately €122 million in non-lethal military assistance under the European Peace Facility. Funding for humanitarian assistance...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Foreign Conflicts (24 Jan 2024)

Micheál Martin: I had the opportunity to meet with Colombia’s Minister for Defence, Ivan Velasquez, during my recent visit to Colombia on 10-11 January. Ireland’s continued support to peacebuilding in Colombia was the key issue discussed in a rich and engaging encounter. This included hearing Minister Velasquez's perspectives on the ongoing peace dialogues in Colombia. We spoke of the...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Foreign Birth Registration (24 Jan 2024)

Micheál Martin: My Department is responsible for processing Foreign Birth Registration (FBR) applications for people who are born abroad and claim Irish citizenship through a grandparent born in Ireland or through a parent who has claimed citizenship also through FBR or Naturalisation. Foreign Birth Registration, by its nature, is a detailed and complex process, often involving official documentation...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Visa Agreements (24 Jan 2024)

Micheál Martin: As the Deputy will appreciate, United States immigration regulation and operations are a matter solely for the relevant US authorities. In January 2021, the United States designated Cuba as a 'State Sponsor of Terrorism'. My understanding is that travellers who have visited a country with this designation may no longer be eligible to participate in the Visa Waiver Program (ESTA), and...