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Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Departmental Data (28 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: I note the publication of the Northern Ireland Commission for Victims and Survivors population survey which was carried out in this jurisdiction in April 2023. The findings offer an opportunity to explore the attitudes and perceptions of people impacted by the Troubles in this jurisdiction. I appreciate the extent to which those surveyed feel affected by the Troubles. It emphasises the fact...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: European Union (28 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: I propose to take Questions Nos. 120, 121, 122 and 123 together. I, and officials from my Department, have had a range of discussions with EU and other counterparts in respect of the events that occurred internally in Russia in June this year. We maintain ongoing engagement with partner governments and expert analysts in respect of the internal situation in Russia and any potential impact...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: United Nations (28 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: Recent global crises such as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the COVID-19 pandemic and the climate crisis have once again highlighted the need for a reformed UN. Ireland is making a positive impact across the work of the United Nations and is engaged in seeking reforms, including in support of the UN Secretary General’s efforts, and his vision on the future of global cooperation:...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: EU Enlargement (28 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: The enlargement of the European Union has taken on renewed significance and urgency since Russia’s further illegal invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, and the subsequent membership applications of Ukraine, Moldova and Georgia. The invasion has highlighted the clear need for continuing, ever-closer cooperation between the EU and our partners in the Western Balkans and Eastern...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Foreign Conflicts (28 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: The developments in Nagorno-Karabakh are a matter of serious concern to Ireland and our EU partners, and our priority remains the safety of the local population, and the humanitarian situation on the ground. On 18 September, we were encouraged by the simultaneous passage of humanitarian supplies from Armenia via the Lachin corridor and from Azerbaijan via Aghdam into Nagorno-Karabakh. However...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Foreign Policy (28 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: The UN Secretary-General issues an annual report on Children and Armed Conflict (CAAC) which examines both trends and specific country situations, listing all armed groups that recruit and use children. In his latest 2023 report, the Secretary-General confirmed twenty-three countries where more than 27,180 grave violations against children were verified. In this report, a “blatant...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Brexit Issues (28 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: Since the withdrawal of the United Kingdom from the European Union, the framework for post-Brexit relations between the EU and the UK consists of the Withdrawal Agreement, which entered into force in January 2020, and the Trade and Cooperation Agreement, was applied provisionally as of 1 January 2021 and entered into force on 1 May 2021.The Withdrawal Agreement includes the Windsor Framework,...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Good Friday Agreement (28 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: The Good Friday Agreement explicitly recognises the essential role that the community and voluntary sector plays in working towards reconciliation and mutual understanding across the island of Ireland.As part of reaffirming a continued commitment to promoting reconciliation, the Irish Government significantly increased funding available for peace and reconciliation work after the signing of...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Departmental Policies (28 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: The Naval Service, as the State's principal sea-going agency, is tasked with a variety of defence and other roles. While the main daily tasking of the Naval Service is to provide a fishery protection service in accordance with our obligations as a member of the EU, it also carries out a number of other non-fishery related tasks including contraband interdiction duties, search and rescue, and...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces (28 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: Ireland has always been and continues to be a strong supporter of the United Nations and UN Peacekeeping. Our commitment and support for the primary role of the United Nations, in the maintenance of international peace and security, is expressed in Ireland's long-standing tradition of participating in UN peacekeeping operations. This commitment is also expressed in our engagement in the...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: National Security (27 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: With a growing focus on security and defence issues across Europe and at national level, I recently convened a national Consultative Forum on International Security Policy. This was the first time the State has ever embarked on a national conversation on security and defence issues in this manner. The aim of the Forum was to provide an opportunity for a discussion about the current...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Human Rights (27 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: As part of our relationship and engagement with Colombia, Ireland actively supports human rights defenders, indigenous communities and the protection of civil society space, including in the context of our long-standing support to peacebuilding in the country. Addressing social, land-related and environmental issues is an essential component of Colombia’s Peace Process, and we remain...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Middle East (27 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: The Programme for Government states that the Government will “honour our commitment to recognise the State of Palestine as part of a lasting settlement of the conflict, or in advance of that, when we believe doing so will progress efforts to reach a two-State solution or protect the integrity of Palestinian territory”. As I have stated repeatedly in this House, I would, in...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Foreign Birth Registration (26 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: Foreign Birth Registration (FBR) applications are currently being processed within the normal turnaround time of 9 months from receipt of all required supporting documents. Applications that require further supporting documents will take longer to process. Foreign Birth Registration, by its nature, is a detailed and complex process, often involving official documentation relating to...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Foreign Birth Registration (26 Sep 2023)

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, Naturalisation or Post Nuptial Citizenship. Demand for this service increased significantly as a result of the Brexit vote in the UK. In 2015,...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Foreign Conflicts (26 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: The significant developments in Nagorno-Karabakh are a matter of serious concern to Ireland and our EU partners, and our priority remains the humanitarian situation on the ground. On 18 September, we were encouraged by the simultaneous passage of humanitarian supplies from Armenia via the Lachin corridor and from Azerbaijan via Aghdam into Nagorno-Karabakh. However, as you will be aware, the...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Diplomatic Representation (26 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: The Department of Foreign Affairs provides consular assistance within the remit of our Consular Assistance Charter which is available on the department's website: In the event that an Irish citizen becomes sick or injured abroad, consular assistance in provided in line with the following published guidance: .

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Middle East (26 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: The Programme for Government states that the Government will “honour our commitment to recognise the State of Palestine as part of a lasting settlement of the conflict, or in advance of that, when we believe doing so will progress efforts to reach a two-State solution or protect the integrity of Palestinian territory”. In the absence of progress towards a two-State solution,...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Northern Ireland (26 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: I understand that the Northern Ireland Legacy Bill received Royal Assent on 18 September. Since this Bill was introduced at Westminster in May 2022, the Government, together with all the main political parties in Northern Ireland, victims and their representatives, church leaders and civic society, have consistently expressed strong opposition to the approach to dealing with the past which...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Regulatory and Poverty Impact Assessments (26 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: Two Bills were prepared by my Department in the 33rd Dáil to date. The Withdrawal of the United Kingdom from the European Union Consequential Provisions Act 2020 (no. 23 of 2020) was enacted on 10 December 2020. The Act consists of 22 Parts under the remits of Ministers responsible for 11 different Government Departments, 20 of which have been commenced. While no formal...