Finian McGrath (Dublin North Central, Independent)
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Question 255: To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs the position regarding the case of a person (details supplied) in Spain; and if he will advise on the situation with the Spanish authorities. [22637/06]

Dermot Ahern (Louth, Fianna Fail)
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As I indicated in my previous reply to the Deputy on 3 May, 2006, the Embassy in Madrid has informed the Department that the person concerned has received appropriate legal representation, and understands that he is being accorded the same rights and treatment as a Spanish citizen.

On 5 May, 2006, a Consular Officer of the Embassy met with the individual concerned. She discussed again with him his complaints in relation to the Spanish judicial system, and, at his request, undertook to contact the appropriate Spanish authorities. She also explained the role of the Embassy and underlined to him the importance of following legal advice. The Consular Officer has since written to the person concerned regarding how he should register his complaints about the Spanish judicial system. I can assure the Deputy that the Embassy will continue to monitor developments in this case, will remain in contact with the person's lawyer and will continue to provide all appropriate consular assistance to him.