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Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Northern Ireland Issues (17 Dec 2015)

Charles Flanagan: The Government’s commitment to seeking a fair and just outcome to the case of the late Pat Finucane case through our efforts in the Council of Europe is complemented by our commitment to continue to raise this case bilaterally with the British Government. I have on many occasions raised the Pat Finucane case with the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland and will continue to do...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Human Rights Issues (17 Dec 2015)

Charles Flanagan: Human rights issues form a continuous part of EU discussions on third party countries, be it at EU Ministerial level or among EU representatives in the countries concerned. Ireland has the greatest impact on matters of foreign policy, including human rights, when we speak with one voice with all of our EU partners. As such, we regularly raise human rights matters in conjunction with our EU...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Tourism Promotion (17 Dec 2015)

Charles Flanagan: I am pleased to have this opportunity to update the Deputy further on my Department’s promotion of ‘Ireland’s Ancient East’ since her question of 3 November 2015 on the same initiative. While tourism falls under the portfolio of my Ministerial colleague, Paschal Donohoe, T.D., Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, the Deputy is no doubt aware of my own...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Death Penalty (17 Dec 2015)

Charles Flanagan: Ireland has a longstanding policy of strong opposition to the death penalty and we are actively engaged in international efforts, including through the EU, to secure its universal abolition. Along with our EU partners, Ireland actively supports UN resolutions on the death penalty at the Human Rights Council and the UN General Assembly. We have also used our current term of membership of...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Military Aircraft Landings (17 Dec 2015)

Charles Flanagan: Ireland’s traditional policy of military neutrality is characterised by non-participation in military alliances. The Government’s continued commitment to this policy was re-confirmed in its Foreign Policy Review “The Global Island,” and in its White Paper on Defence, published earlier this year. Successive Governments have made landing facilities at Shannon...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Human Rights Issues (17 Dec 2015)

Charles Flanagan: On the occasion of Human Rights Day on 10 December last week, I was pleased to announce publication of the Working Outline of the National Plan on Business and Human Rights. The text of the Working Outline is available on my Department’s website and copies have been sent to civil society and business organisations. The Working Outline is the result of extensive consultation with...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Military Aircraft Landings (17 Dec 2015)

Charles Flanagan: All arrangements concerning the regulation of foreign military aircraft, including US aircraft, passing through Irish airspace or landing at Irish airports, are kept under ongoing review.

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: EU Issues (17 Dec 2015)

Charles Flanagan: I have addressed the subject of the UK-EU relationship in two earlier replies, to Questions Nos. 10 and 11. My Department, both at its headquarters in Dublin and through its diplomatic missions in London, Edinburgh, Brussels and elsewhere, is highly engaged on the issue of the UK’s membership of the EU. As part of work across government, the question of potential economic and...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: International Terrorism (17 Dec 2015)

Charles Flanagan: Ending the devastating conflict in Syria, which has imposed enormous burdens on neighbouring States, is critical to the stability of the Middle East region, and the security and safety of the Syrian people and their neighbours. This instability is also impacting on Europe in the form of both large scale migration and the recent terrorist attacks. Airstrikes have been conducted against...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Undocumented Irish in the USA (17 Dec 2015)

Charles Flanagan: Achieving relief for undocumented Irish migrants in the US continues to be a priority for the Government in its contacts with the United States. Through our Embassy in Washington and our Consulates throughout the U.S., and in conjunction with regular high level political visits, the Government continues to promote the immigration reform agenda with high level Government contacts in the...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Israeli Settlements (17 Dec 2015)

Charles Flanagan: The European Union has taken a number of steps to differentiate between its treatment of imports from Israel and goods coming from illegal Israeli settlements. Settlement goods are not entitled to the lower tariffs that are the norm in the EU, and meat from settlements may not be certified by Israeli veterinary authorities. EU research funding may not be spent in settlements. Most...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Deaths of Irish Citizens Abroad (17 Dec 2015)

Charles Flanagan: I am keenly aware that the first anniversary of the tragic death of this Irish citizen has been marked in recent days, and understand the frustrations of the family with the delays in determining the cause of death. In the course of the past year, my Department has provided extensive consular assistance to the family of the Irish citizen through our Embassy in New Delhi, our Honorary...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: International Terrorism (17 Dec 2015)

Charles Flanagan: The Government fully supports the removal of the threat to international peace and security posed by DA'ESH, consistent with international law. DA'ESH's horrific crimes in Paris and Beirut, as well as their systematic crimes against the rights and the existence of ethnic, religious and LGBTI minorities, women and children across the Middle East must be prevented by all legal means possible....

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: EU Issues (17 Dec 2015)

Charles Flanagan: I would direct the Deputy to my previous replies today to Questions Nos. 10, 11 and 28, which address the same subject matter.

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Egyptian Conflict (17 Dec 2015)

Charles Flanagan: This is a repeat of my reply to Question No. 16 today. As has been previously stated to this House, my Department has two clear objectives in this case: first, to see this citizen released by the Egyptian authorities so that he can return to his family and his studies in Ireland and, second, to provide consular support for his welfare while he remains in detention. In furtherance of...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Humanitarian Aid (17 Dec 2015)

Charles Flanagan: Ireland has committed to providing €3 million to the new EU Trust Fund to address the root causes of the migration crisis in Africa. The funding will be provided over the coming five years. Ireland will therefore provide €600,000 annually from 2016 to 2020. This contribution is being earmarked for the Horn of Africa regional window of the Trust Fund which includes three of...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Northern Ireland Issues (17 Dec 2015)

Charles Flanagan: This is a repeat of my reply to Question No. 19. I met last Friday with the Northern Ireland Minister of Justice, David Ford MLA. Among the issues we discussed was the situation in Maghaberry prison, including the regime for separated prisoners. My last meeting with Secretary of State Theresa Villiers was on 17 November, as we concluded the negotiation of the 'Fresh Start'...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Northern Ireland Issues (17 Dec 2015)

Charles Flanagan: In November 2014, the 'stocktake' report of the Independent Assessment Team, which reviewed progress in implementing the Roe House Agreement of 2010, was published. Its recommendations were accepted by the Northern Ireland Department of Justice. Two recommendations concerned areas under the responsibility of the Northern Ireland Office. Progress in implementing the recommendations has been...

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Northern Ireland Issues (17 Dec 2015)

Charles Flanagan: This is a repeat of my reply to Question No. 19. I met last Friday with the Northern Ireland Minister of Justice, David Ford MLA. Among the issues we discussed was the situation in Maghaberry prison, including the regime for separated prisoners. My last meeting with Secretary of State Theresa Villiers was on 17 November, as we concluded the negotiation of the 'Fresh Start' Agreement....

Written Answers — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Middle East Issues (17 Dec 2015)

Charles Flanagan: The Government works consistently to achieve a sovereign Palestinian state not just in theory but in fact, and all of our actions on the Israeli/Palestinian issue are directed to that end. It is central to our objective of a two state solution that will ensure the security and prosperity of both peoples. I continue to consider carefully whether the recognition by Ireland now of a state...