I am informed by Garda authorities that the person in question was reported missing to the Spanish Police in January 2008 and that their disappearance is being investigated by the Guardia Civil in Spain. I am assured that An Garda Síochána continue to liaise with the Spanish authorities and provide whatever assistance is required to progress the investigation in that jurisdiction. I am conscious of the continuing distress of the family concerned and am further assured that An Garda Síochána, in conjunction with the relevant authorities, will continue to assist the family in these difficult circumstances.