Dáil Éireann díospóireacht -
Tuesday, 20 May 2003

Vol. 567 No. 1

Written Answers. - British Agents.

Finian McGrath

Ceist:

364 Mr. F. McGrath asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if he has satisfied himself that members of the Garda Síochána were not involved with the British agent known as Stakeknife; and if his attention has been drawn to the major public concern on this issue. [13354/03]

Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform (Mr. McDowell)

I am aware of media speculation as to the nature and identity of an agent referred to as Stakeknife and the concerns to which this has given rise. However, the speculation remains just that and in the circumstances it would not be possible to answer the Deputy's question.