Michael Healy-Rae (Kerry, Independent)
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167. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if he will address a matter regarding the case of a person (details supplied) in the United States of America. [15644/18]

Simon Coveney (Cork South Central, Fine Gael)
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My Department was made aware of this case in March 2018 and officials have been providing all appropriate assistance to the individual and his family since then.

Consular Assistance officials in Dublin and in the Consulate General of Ireland in Boston continue to be in regular contact with the individual, his family, the correctional centre, and the Irish Pastoral Centre.

As the Deputy knows, the Government cannot interfere in a legal process in another jurisdiction. However, my Department will continue to monitor the case closely, providing all appropriate assistance to this individual and his family.