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Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Taoiseach's Meetings and Engagements (20 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: While I have not had an opportunity to officially meet with Ambassador Olcay to date in 2023, I can confirm that Ireland maintains positive bilateral relations with Türkiye across multiple layers of engagement. In February, I spoke by telephone with then-Minister of Foreign Affairs of Türkiye, Mevlüt Çavusoglu, following the devastating earthquakes in south-eastern...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Diplomatic Representation (20 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: Cultural diplomacy is an integral part of the work of Ireland's Embassy in Canberra and our Consulate General in Sydney. Both missions work to promote cultural ties and the Irish arts, as well as the strengthening of political and economic relationships and support to the Irish community. The appointment of full-time specialist Cultural Officers in priority locations worldwide has been...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Foreign Birth Registration (20 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: Demand for Foreign Birth Registration (FBR) increased significantly as a result of the Brexit vote in the UK. The service was also impacted by necessary Covid-19 restrictions in 2020 and 2021 and the unprecedented demand for passports seen in 2022. Foreign Birth Registration, by its nature, is a detailed and complex process, often involving official documentation relating to three...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Foreign Birth Registration (20 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: Foreign Birth Registration (FBR), by its nature, is a detailed and complex process, often involving official documentation relating to three generations and issued by several jurisdictions. Such documents take considerable time to validate. FBR applications are currently being processed within the normal turnaround time of 9 months from receipt of all required supporting documents....

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Passport Services (20 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: With regard to the specific application about which the Deputy has enquired, the Passport Service has contacted the applicant directly in relation to the application and requested further supporting documents. The application cannot proceed until the required supporting documents have been received.

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Departmental Strategies (20 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: The National LGBTI+ Inclusion Strategy 2019-2021 is an all of Government strategy and the Department of Foreign Affairs is committed to its implementation. The Department works on an ongoing basis to deliver many of the actions, including those relating to the integration of LGBTI+ rights across our foreign policy. The Department, including through the Embassy and Consulate network, is...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Departmental Reports (20 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: The Department of Foreign Affairs commissions external expertise where highly specialised skills are not available internally and in particular where ongoing independent evaluation of programmes and projects is required. During the course of their engagement, these consultants and experts may prepare reports and other documentation for the Department. In-depth analysis of issues by external...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Foreign Birth Registration (20 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: I propose to take Questions Nos. 33 and 34 together. With regard to the specific Foreign Birth Registration applications about which the Deputy has enquired, these applications have been approved. Certificates will issue to the applicants shortly.

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Passport Services (20 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: The number of passports issued to residents of Northern Ireland and Great Britain are outlined below in tabular form. A further breakdown of residents of England, Scotland and Wales is not available at this time. Year Residents of Northern Ireland Residents of Great Britain Total 2022 116,000 97,000 213,000 ...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Human Rights (20 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: I can assure the Deputy that officials in my Department have been in regular contact with the Irish citizen in this case and are continuing to provide consular assistance and guidance. I can appreciate that the circumstances of this case are difficult for all concerned. The Embassy of Ireland has engaged with the relevant Ministry of Justice on the matter and has provided advice to the...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: EU Directives (20 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: Directive (EU) 2019/882 (the European Accessibility Act) will introduce harmonised rules on accessibility for certain products and services in the EU, including ecommerce products. The European Accessibility Act compliments existing legislation governing accessibility for websites and applications of public sector bodies, including my Department. Under S.I. No. 358/2020 - European Union...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces (20 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: The commencement of private secondary medical care to all Defence Forces ranks was announced on Thursday, 14 September 2023. Previously, various benefits applied to Commissioned Officers only. It will now apply to all personnel and will be of immediate benefit to a further 84% of the Permanent Defence Force based on current strengths. In addition to the comprehensive range of primary...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Departmental Strategies (20 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: The 'Civil Service Renewal Strategy 2030' commits to nurturing a workforce for the future by bringing equality and inclusivity to the fore of its organisational design. By placing a focus on Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI), this Department is committed to recognising and supporting all employees’ gender identity and gender expression to further develop a positive, accepting...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces (20 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: The Military Authorities have advised that there are no cases of the military police arresting serving military doctors. While the military authorities are not aware of arrests by An Garda Síochána, this question would be more appropriately directed to the Department of Justice.

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Air Corps (20 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: I am advised that the Property Management Branch of my Department does not keep details of the nature sought by the Deputy. My officials will liaise with the military authorities seeking a report on same and I will revert directly to the Deputy when same is available.

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Departmental Properties (20 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: I am advised that the lands question are in the legal ownership of Cork County Council and that it was a condition of the sale to the local authority that a portion of the lands transferred should be made available for community, recreational and amenity purposes. As these lands are no longer in my Department's ownership I am advised that it has no standing in the matter. The execution of...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Departmental Reports (20 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: Since the formation of this Government in June, 2020, my Department has outsourced the following studies, research and reports. The table also identifies those reports which have yet to be released and the date on which reports yet to be released were submitted to me where applicable. Year Company Study/Research/Report Total Cost Released/Not...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces (20 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: Civilian employees are employed by my Department to support the operational capabilities of the Defence Forces. The recruitment of Civilian Employees is an ongoing process, based on a combination of the filling of vacancies which arise due to promotions and retirements, and the filling of vacancies on the basis of a process of prioritisation of requirements following engagement with the...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Defence Forces (20 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: The overall Defence property portfolio consists of a diverse range of facilities from conventional military barracks to forts, camps and training lands. In addition, the Naval Base, Haulbowline, Co. Cork and Casement Aerodrome, Baldonnel, Dublin 22 are also permanently occupied military installations. The Defence Forces for reasons of Operational Security do not comment on the specific...

Written Answers — Department of Defence: Naval Service (20 Sep 2023)

Micheál Martin: The military authorities have advised that, of the 172 applications that were received for the 2023 Naval Service Cadetship competition, 22 were from female applicants. Overall, 8 Cadetship offers have been made. 2 of these offers were to female candidates, 1 of which has been accepted.