asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs Ireland's position in relation to (1) the United Nations Convention against Torture and (2) the European Convention against Torture, and other cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment.
Written Answers. - Conventions Against Torture.
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Consideration of the question of signature of the European Convention is almost complete and it is hoped that it will be signed very shortly.
The examination of the legislative changes required prior to this country becoming party to the more complex United Nations Convention is continuing. It is hoped to complete this process at the earliest possible date.