Phil Hogan
Question:82 Mr. Hogan asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs the proposed work programme for the Irish consulates in Cardiff and Edinburgh. [11996/99]
Written Answers. - Departmental Work Programmes.
The work programmes of both Consulates General include monitoring and reporting political, social and economic developments in their countries of accreditation; encouraging and supporting bilateral visits at political level; acting as a support resource for the Government's participation in the British-Irish Council, when it is established; supporting the development of trade and other economic links between Ireland and their countries of accreditation; with the establishment of the Scottish Parliament and the Welsh Assembly, an intensive programme of contacts with office holders and elected representatives; provision of consular services for Irish citizens; development of cultural relations between Ireland and their countries of accreditation and building an awareness of Ireland in the local media and reporting on coverage of Irish issues.