Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 31 January 2023
372. Deputy Cian O'Callaghan asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs if contact has been made with Spanish authorities in order to continue the search for a missing person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4710/23]
View answerI appreciate that the circumstances of this case have been very difficult for the family.
The Department of Foreign Affairs has had significant engagement on this case in the years since the citizen's disappearance, including with the Spanish authorities.
As with all missing person cases, the responsibility for investigation lies with the relevant policing authority. The Embassy of Ireland in Madrid and An Garda Síochána have had close contact with the Spanish Police, who have advised that they stand ready to consider any new information which can assist in their investigations.
As with all consular cases, it would not be appropriate to comment on the specific details of the case.
Consular officials in my Department have been in touch with the family and will continue to provide consular support, where possible and as appropriate.
