Written answers

Tuesday, 28 February 2017

Department of Finance

Customs and Excise Controls

Photo of Joan BurtonJoan Burton (Dublin West, Labour)
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61. To ask the Minister for Finance the studies the Revenue Commissioners have taken to identify possible customs posts on the Border' North and South; the locations that have been examined for these posts; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9982/17]

Photo of Michael NoonanMichael Noonan (Limerick City, Fine Gael)
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The Government's position in relation to the border with Northern Ireland in the context of BREXIT is very clear and has been articulated by the Taoiseach on several occasions.  Continued freedom of movement, absence of a hard border, and minimal impact on business and trade are key objectives.  The Government is clear that any manifestation of a hard border would have very negative consequences.  A key priority is to ensure the continued free flow of trade on the island and the need to avoid a hard border.

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