Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 21 October 2014
312. Deputy John McGuinness asked the Minister for Defence his views on the proposal to erect a monument to acknowledge the service past and present of Irish UN peacekeepers; his views on the project; if he will meet with a person (details supplied) as requested in an effort to progress the project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40225/14]
Amharc ar fhreagraI received a letter requesting a meeting with me regarding the proposed UN peacekeepers monument, from the President of the Irish United Nations Veterans Association (IUNVA) earlier this month. There are already many monuments around the country to honour members of the Defence Forces that have given their lives in service to the State and overseas including a National Memorial to members of the Defence Forces who died in the service of the State in Merrion Square, Dublin 2.
I have asked my officials to write to the President of IUNVA to request more details on the proposal. I will give further consideration to the proposal when this information is received.
I would like to take this opportunity to convey my best wishes to the Irish United Nations Veterans Association for the good work they do on behalf of their members.
