Seán Crowe
Ceist:160. Deputy Seán Crowe asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade his views on the health and safety of a person (details supplied); and if he will raise the case with his Turkish counterpart. [3365/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraWednesday, 25 January 2017
Ceisteanna (160)
Freagraí scríofa
I am aware of the case to which the Deputy refers. I understand that there are worrying suggestions that this individual’s safety in prison may be under threat. The security measures surrounding prisoners are, of course, a matter for the Turkish authorities. I have asked my officials to raise the concerns that have been brought to my attention with the Embassy of the Republic of Turkey in Dublin.
As we approach the 18th anniversary of the detention of this individual, I would like to reiterate my call to all parties concerned in the Kurdish issue to return to dialogue so that the political process to resolve this issue can be resumed.