Northern Ireland Issues.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 28 February 2006

Tuesday, 28 February 2006

Ceisteanna (116)

Pat Rabbitte

Ceist:

145 Mr. Rabbitte asked the Taoiseach the matters discussed at the recent meeting between officials of his Department and a person (details supplied) from Northern Ireland whose son was murdered by loyalist paramilitaries, and who has alleged collusion between those involved in the murder and members of the security forces in Northern Ireland; the action that will be taken arising from the meeting; if he will be raising this matter with the British authorities; the other action which is envisaged; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8056/06]

Freagraí scríofa

The Taoiseach

Officials from my Department and the Department of Foreign Affairs met the person in question on 17 February 2006. The meeting discussed the background to the murder and all of the person's concerns, both about the murder and how the matter has been dealt with since. It also discussed the various contacts the person has had with others who might be of assistance to him. Arising from the meeting, I have agreed to meet the person in question. My office has contacted him to make the necessary arrangements.