Written answers
Wednesday, 27 May 2020
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Covid-19 Pandemic
Brendan Griffin (Kerry, Fine Gael)
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19. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade his views on a matter regarding travel to China (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7158/20]
Simon Coveney (Cork South Central, Fine Gael)
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Officials in my Department are aware of the matter, and have been in touch with the representative of the persons involved. Information on the matter has been passed to the Consular Section of the Embassy of China in Dublin, which is best placed to deal with the situation.
John Brady (Wicklow, Sinn Fein)
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20. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade when a further announcement will be made regarding extending and lifting the travel restrictions that are in place until 29 May 2020. [7289/20]
Simon Coveney (Cork South Central, Fine Gael)
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The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade continues to advise against any non-essential travel overseas until further notice.
This advice, which is available on our website and our TravelWise App, is taken in full consideration of public health requirements and in ongoing consulation with the Department of Health and the HSE. Working with our Embassies and Consulates overseas, we will continue to monitor developments closely and to consult with all relevant domestic and international partners regarding travel advice.
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