Bernard Allen (Cork North Central, Fine Gael)
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Question 153: To ask the Taoiseach the most up-to-date information on his travels abroad for the St. Patrick's Day celebrations; the persons who travelled with him in his official party; the duration of the visit; and the total cost. [19184/05]

Bertie Ahern (Dublin Central, Fianna Fail)
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I travelled to the United States of America on 15 March for St. Patrick's Day, returning on 18 March. My programme included visits to Syracuse, New York, Baltimore and Washington. I was accompanied by the second Secretary General of my Department, the director of the Northern Ireland division, the Government Press Secretary, special adviser, private secretary, personal assistant and security officer. The Minister for Foreign Affairs travelled separately to the US and joined me in Washington. He accompanied me on the return journey. The cost arising to my Department for the visit has not yet been finalised. It currently stands at €27,549.