Patrick O'Donovan
Ceist:26. Deputy Patrick O'Donovan asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the position regarding financial assistance (details supplied). [50045/13]
Amharc ar fhreagraThursday, 21 November 2013
Ceisteanna (26)
Freagraí scríofa
I wish to inform the Deputy that there are no public funds available from my Department to repatriate the remains of Irish citizens for burial in Ireland. However, as the Deputy may be aware, there are various Irish groups and organisations in the UK which may be able to assist in the circumstances as outlined. Such groups and organisations would have links with the wider Irish community and would also have practical experience of dealing with a wide range of issues of concern to that community. It should be borne in mind however that direct financial assistance may not be possible.