Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 26 July 2017
389. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if he can make the facilities of the Irish embassy available to Irish persons living in the Cayman Islands who may find themselves in a vulnerable position as a result of administrative changes taking place in the Cayman Islands and affecting persons (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35109/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraAt present, Ireland does not have diplomatic relations with the Cayman Islands. Irish citizens living in the Cayman Islands should contact the Irish Embassy in Washington D.C. if they require consular assistance.
My Department can advise and support Irish citizens in the case of a family bereavement, serious illness, detention, or other emergencies, and where required can contact family and friends on their behalf. The Department and Embassy can provide comprehensive travel advice on health and security and issue emergency travel documents when needed. The Department can also offer linguistic and cultural support and provide details of English-speaking doctors and lawyers.
However, the Department cannot provide medical or legal advice or intervene in judicial processes and cannot influence the visa decisions of other countries. My Department does not deal with commercial or insurance disputes.
