Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 8 March 2006
131 Mr. F. McGrath asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs if the health issues of a person (details supplied) will be raised with the British authorities; and if their repatriation will be sought in order to assist their family. [9718/06]
View answerThis case continues to be monitored by my Department through the Irish Embassy in London, which remains in contact with the prison authorities. In particular, the embassy has made representations to the prison authorities in relation to the medical condition of both persons.
As regards possible repatriation, I am informed by the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform that the persons concerned have applied to return to Ireland and that his Department is awaiting one specific document before the Minister will be in a position to make a decision on their applications.
