asked the Minister for External Affairs whether he is aware that Pentonville Prison is likely to be demolished soon and there is in consequence a danger that Roger Casement's grave will be built over: and, if so, if he will make representations to the British Home Office with a view to having facilities granted for the bringing back of Roger Casement's remains to Ireland for re-interment.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Roger Casement's Remains.
With regard to the first part of the Deputy's question, I understand that Pentonville Prison is not likely to be demolished soon. I am informed that there are, at present, no plans for its demolition, and that apparently whatever plans were made in this connection some years ago have been shelved.
With regard to obtaining facilities for bringing back to Ireland the remains of Roger Casement for re-interment here, the Deputy may be assured that this matter has not been lost sight of and that the Government will continue to do everything possible to this end.