Micheál Martin (Cork South Central, Fianna Fail)
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63. To ask the Taoiseach if has met with any groups concerning the representation of civic society in policy discussions in Northern Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17906/16]

Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael)
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I was in Belfast on 13th June, as part of a programme of outreach in the lead up to the EU/UK referendum. During that visit, I made a keynote address at the Ulster University under the theme of 'Working Together for Peace and Prosperity’, which gave me the chance to speak about the Irish Government’s position regarding the referendum to a wide range of people representing a range of interests across society in Northern Ireland. Prior to this address, I was glad to get the opportunity to meet separately with a group of representatives of civil society in Northern Ireland, to hear their particular views on the issues arising and how they might impact on Northern Ireland.