Written answers

Tuesday, 20 May 2008

Department of An Taoiseach

Commemorative Events

9:00 pm

Photo of Aengus Ó SnodaighAengus Ó Snodaigh (Dublin South Central, Sinn Fein)
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Question 169: To ask the Taoiseach if his attention has been drawn to the facts surrounding a mine exploding on 15 May 1943 in Mullaghduff, County Donegal in which 19 people died (details supplied); and if there are plans for a commemoration by the State or if he will consider funding or contributing to such a commemoration if organised by relatives or by a community group. [19844/08]

Photo of Brian CowenBrian Cowen (Laois-Offaly, Fianna Fail)
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The tragic mine explosion at Mullaghduff, Co Donegal in 1943 which resulted in the deaths of 19 people and injuries to four others was the worst of the several incidents to occur in the State during the period of the Second World War. These civilian deaths are included among those remembered annually at the National Day of Commemoration in July in honour of those Irishmen and Irish women who died in past wars or in service with the United Nations. I understand that a commemoration is to take place this year on the 65th anniversary through a local community initiative. I am not aware that any application has been received by Government for a contribution towards the costs arising from this commemoration.

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