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Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 24 February 2021

Wednesday, 24 February 2021

Questions (365)

John Brady

Question:

365. Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs the actions he plans to take in the event of a repeat of the breaches of Covid-19 overseas travel regulations by US military personnel at Shannon Airport; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10203/21]

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Written answers

As I outlined in my response to PQs 6423/21 and 6424/21, any non-compliance with public health regulations is a serious matter. In my conversation with the Chargé d'Affaires of the US Embassy in Dublin on 4 February, I emphasised that all landings must fully abide by the conditions put in place by the Irish authorities, including public health conditions.

The US authorities have assured me that they take Irish public health requirements very seriously. I have received apologies, both orally and in writing, from the relevant US authorities, including the US military authorities. The US side has recommitted to full compliance in respect of future landings.

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