Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 22 January 2015
30. Deputy Paul Murphy asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade his views on the continued detention of Ibrahim Halawa, in particular the further postponement of his trial, and if he will report on the work of his Department on the case; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2665/15]
View answerI remain deeply concerned at this individual’s continued detention as well as the recent further postponement of his trial.
Previous PQs, including my response to question 19 today (2657/15), have set out my approach to this case in some details and the steps taken.
Most recently I discussed the case with EU High Representative Mogherini in Dublin on 12 January. She confirmed that the EU and its institutions would continue to assist in this case. I would like to take this opportunity to assure the Deputy that my officials will continue to provide consular assistance to this individual and his family, and will continue to work on this difficult case with a view to securing a review of the individual’s case, his release and return to his family.
