Written Answers Nos. 104-122
104. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the extent to which the international community continues to assist in the development of democracy in Syria and Iraq following the ongoing wars there; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40088/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe situation in Syria continues to be a matter of grave concern. About 13.5 million Syrians are in need of humanitarian assistance inside Syria including 6.3 million internally displaced people, 1.5 million are living under siege conditions, and a further 5 million Syrian refugees have fled to neighbouring countries and the wider region. Clearly, the situation at present is far from conducive to democracy; peace has to come first. The search for a resolution of the Syrian conflict is a top priority for Ireland and the international community. The United Nations is leading the international efforts to bring about a peaceful, democratic solution to the crisis in Syria. The UN Special Envoy for Syria, Staffan de Mistura has convened political negotiations to end the conflict based on the 2012 Geneva Communique and UN Security Council resolution 2254 which calls for an end to violence and the formation of a transitional governing body with executive powers and a constitutional reform process. Seven rounds of these talks have taken place, the most recent in July of this year. The eighth round of these talks is expected to take place in Geneva in October or November. Special Envoy De Mistura has also been attending the so-called Astana talks. These have been taking place in parallel to the Geneva talks and have focused on the establishment of ceasefire zones facilitated by Russia, Iran and Turkey. Ireland and the EU fully support the UN-led talks process and the work of Special Envoy De Mistura. At their April meeting, EU Foreign Ministers adopted a new EU Strategy for Syria which reaffirms the EU’s continued support for and direct assistance to the UN-brokered talks. This includes an EU-led initiative, in coordination with the UN, to develop political dialogue with key actors from the region to identify common ground for the end-state in Syria and the conditions for the reconciliation and reconstruction process. The EU will also host a conference on Syria in the margins of the UN General Assembly this week.
Iraq is a constitutional parliamentary republic. Provincial elections were held in 2013 and parliamentary elections in 2014. New parliamentary and provincial elections are due to be held next year. However, Iraq has continued to face a number of challenges, including security challenges, due to the presence of Da’esh (ISIS/ISIL) in the country and ongoing sectarian violence. Ireland and its EU and international partners have consistently called for inclusive democratic measures in parallel with counter-terrorism and security measures to create the environment for long-term stability in Iraq and the wider region. In the Iraqi context, we have emphasised that the security effort must be accompanied by the implementation of the programme for national reconciliation set out by PM Abadi in late 2014 to avoid further sectarian divisions.
In June, EU Foreign Ministers discussed Iraq at the Foreign Affairs Council and adopted Conclusions which called on the Government of Iraq to make tangible progress on political reforms to enable full national reconciliation based on justice and accountability, the principles of a functioning democracy, the rule of law, respect for human rights and the genuine involvement of civil society. The Conclusions also invite the High Representative and the European Commission to present elements for an EU strategy for engagement with Iraq in due course.
Ireland has made a significant contribution to the humanitarian response to the crises in both Syria and Iraq, and since 2012 has provided over €90 million to the Syria humanitarian effort, and over €8 million to the UN Iraq Humanitarian Pooled Fund.
105. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the degree to which he continues to monitor the situation of a person's (details supplied) detention in Egypt; and when their repatriation will be expected. [40089/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraI am sure that all members of the House joined me on Monday last, 18 September in welcoming the news from Cairo that this young Irish citizen had been acquitted at the conclusion of the trial in which he was a defendant along with almost 500 others. This young man’s name has been cleared and his innocence is confirmed. The Government’s priority now is to support this citizen and his family in every way that we can in order to ensure that he is able to return home to his family and friends as soon as possible. We are conscious that there will be some practical procedures and formalities to be gone through in Egypt before he will be able to fly back to Dublin, but my Department and our Embassy team will be assisting and supporting him and his family to seek to ensure he gets home as soon as possible.
107. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the extent to which he in conjunction with his EU colleagues can continue to combat the rise of ISIS in the Middle East; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40092/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe issue of how best to respond to the threat posed by terrorism, and particularly by Daesh, has been and remains high on the EU agenda. Foreign Ministers have consistently underlined that ultimately there will be no defeat of Daesh without a political solution to the crisis in Syria. This is reflected particularly in the comprehensive conclusions on a ‘Regional Strategy for Syria and Iraq as well as the Daesh threat’, which were adopted by the Council in May last year. Foreign Ministers have also focused on the contribution that the EU can make through external action to preventing and countering terrorism. Engagement with third countries to prevent violent extremism and to strengthen their capacity to detect and prevent terrorism, in full compliance with international law and human rights, is at the heart of the EU’s strategy and is reflected in a substantial increase in assistance to third countries in this respect. The EU’s approach is guided by, and is consistent with, the approach taken by the UN to countering Daesh and by the principles and measures set out in relevant UN Security Council Resolutions, including UNSCR 2161 (2014) on freezing funds and other assets of terrorist groups, and UNSCR 2178 (2014) on measures to suppress the recruiting, organising, transporting or equipping of individuals who travel to another State to plan or carry out terrorist acts or training.
The former UN Secretary General’s comprehensive Plan of Action to Prevent Violent Extremism , presented in January last year, and his related reports are an important and welcome contribution to addressing the threat posed by Daesh, and to highlighting the measures being taken against them in areas such as countering their financing, preventing and disrupting the travel of foreign terrorist fighters, countering recruitment and preventing violent extremism.
Ireland supports the comprehensive approach being taken at EU level to preventing and countering terrorism. At meetings of the Council, I have stressed the need to tackle underlying factors that contribute to radicalisation and terrorism and in particular the importance of the link between security and development. I have also emphasised the need to ensure a joined-up approach in relation to the discussions of Foreign Ministers and those of our Justice and Home Affairs counterparts.
Increasing the effectiveness of information and intelligence-sharing and enhancing border security have been priority themes at recent meetings of the EU Justice and Home Affairs Council. A series of measures is being rolled out to strengthen cooperation and to develop the EU's legal framework for information-sharing, combatting terrorism and controlling illegal firearms. Ireland is fully engaged in pursuing these developments.
108. Deputy Róisín Shortall asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if he will consider withholding development aid from the Myanmarese government in view of the situation in Rakhine province and instead diverting the aid to funding displaced placed person's camps in Bangladesh that are processing Rohingya refugees; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40100/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraIreland does not provide development or humanitarian aid directly to the Government of Myanmar. Our support is directed to key civil society and other trusted partners in Myanmar with the objective of meeting the needs of some of the poorest and most marginalised communities there, and to help underpin peace, prosperity and the political transition to full democracy. Ireland’s support to the people of Myanmar involves working with a range of Irish and international NGOs such as Trócaire, Plan International and Misean Cara as well as supporting the International Committee of the Red Cross and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies.
Additionally, Ireland is a strong supporter of the UN Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF), which on 7 September, announced an allocation of US$7 million to urgently help tens of thousands of people fleeing violence in Myanmar and seeking refuge in Bangladesh. These funds will allow humanitarian partners to scale up urgent aid by providing additional shelter, food, and critical health care to those affected by the conflict, especially women and girls. This allocation is in addition to US$6.5 million which was provided by CERF for emergency relief to Myanmar earlier in 2017.
109. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the number of Garda stations in counties Cavan and Monaghan that do not have the PULSE system in place; the locations of these stations; his plans to install these systems; the timeframe for installation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39939/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs the Deputy will appreciate, decisions in relation to the provision and allocation of Garda resources are a matter for the Garda Commissioner and I, as Minister, have no direct role in the matter.
The Deputy will be aware of the Garda Síochána Modernisation and Renewal Programme 2016-2021 which is intended to professionalise, modernise and renew An Garda Síochána to ensure that the organisation can meet present and future challenges.
Under the Programme, An Garda Síochána continues to extend the Garda network and is working to ensure that additional stations gain access to the relevant systems. Garda Information Systems such as PULSE will also be modernised to ensure that members have quick access to timely and accurate information.
The Government is highly supportive of these initiatives and this is underpinned by significant Government investment under the Capital Plan of some €205 million in additional funding for Garda ICT.
I have asked the Garda Commissioner for the specific information requested and when it is to hand I will inform the Deputy accordingly.
The following deferred reply was received under Standing Order 42A:
I refer to Parliamentary Question No. 109 for answer on 21 September 2017, in which you requested details regarding Garda stations in Cavan and Monaghan that do not have the PULSE system in place. As you will recall, the information you requested could not be obtained in the time available and I undertook to contact you again when the details were to hand.
I have been informed by the Commissioner that of the 25 Garda stations in the Cavan/Monaghan Division, only three stations are currently not networked. There is currently no suitable data service available to connect these stations to the Garda Data network. For operational and security reasons the locations of these stations cannot be released.
Arrangements are in place to enable members in non-networked locations contact the Garda Information Services Centre (GISC) when required. I am further informed that An Garda Slochána is examining other networking solutions or if a mobility solution would be more suitable in order to provide non-networked stations with connectivity where possible.
I trust that this information is of assistance.
110. Deputy Michael McGrath asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the position regarding plans to amend the law in order that persons cannot be obliged to retire at 65 years of age; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39944/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraWhile I have no ministerial responsibility for retirement ages, in either the public or private sector, I can indicate that the government has under consideration proposals that would facilitate persons remaining in the work place beyond the age of 65 where they have a wish to do so.
In my role in the Department of Justice and Equality, I have responsibility for equality legislation which allows for retirement ages in line with the relevant EU Directive provision that differences of treatment on the grounds of age are permissible if, within the context of national law, they are objectively and reasonably justified by a legitimate aim, including legitimate employment policy, labour market and vocational training objectives, and if the means of achieving that aim are appropriate and necessary.
111. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the progress to date in the determination of an application pursuant to section 3(6) of the Immigration Act 1999 in the case of persons (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39968/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraI am advised by the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS) of my Department that, in response to a notification pursuant to the provisions of Section 3 of the Immigration Act 1999 (as amended), written representations have been submitted on behalf of the persons concerned.
These representations, together with all other information and documentation on file, will be fully considered, under Section 3 (6) of the Immigration Act 1999 (as amended) and all other applicable legislation, in advance of a final decision being made.
Queries in relation to the status of individual immigration cases may be made directly to the INIS of my Department by e-mail using the Oireachtas Mail facility which has been specifically established for this purpose. This service enables up to date information on such cases to be obtained without the need to seek information by way of the Parliamentary Questions process. The Deputy may consider using the e-mail service except in cases where the response from the INIS is, in the Deputy’s view, inadequate or too long awaited.
112. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39973/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraI am advised by the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS) of my Department that the person concerned applied for residence permission and a right to work based on their parentage of an Irish citizen child on 24 April 2017. I understand that, due to an administrative error, INIS returned the application to the person concerned on 24 April 2017.
I am further advised that the person concerned submitted a new application to INIS on the 28 April 2017. However, this application was returned to the person concerned as the application form and supporting documentation provided were incomplete. INIS has received no further correspondence and has no record of any correspondence being issued to the person concerned on the 1 August 2017.
I am also advised that if the person concerned wishes to apply for permission to reside in the State on the basis of their parentage of an Irish citizen child, then it remains open to them to resubmit a fully completed application using the relevant parent of Irish citizen child application form and to forward it with the relevant information and supporting documentation to INIS.
Queries in relation to the status of individual immigration cases may be made directly to the INIS of my Department by e-mail using the Oireachtas Mail facility which has been specifically established for this purpose. This service enables up to date information on such cases to be obtained without the need to seek information by way of the Parliamentary Questions process. The Deputy may consider using the e-mail service except in cases where the response from the INIS is, in the Deputy’s view, inadequate or too long awaited.
113. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the correct procedure to be followed to facilitate travel outside Ireland at the end of October 2017 in the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39976/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraI am advised by the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Services (INIS) of my Department that the person concerned currently does not have a valid national passport. The onus is on each individual to obtain a national passport in order to travel outside Ireland.
It is open to the person concerned to seek a passport from her own national authorities; the issue or renewal of a passport in such circumstances is essentially a matter between the citizen and the relevant national authorities concerned. Ireland does not impose systematic immigration checks on those leaving the State and the conditions of entry into another State is a matter for the authorities of the State concerned.
Queries in relation to the status of individual immigration cases may be made directly to the INIS of my Department by e-mail using the Oireachtas Mail facility which has been specifically established for this purpose. This service enables up to date information on such cases to be obtained without the need to seek information by way of the Parliamentary Questions process. The Deputy may consider using the e-mail service except in cases where the response from the INIS is, in the Deputy’s view, inadequate or too long awaited.
114. Deputy Thomas P. Broughan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality his plans to introduce new legislation restructuring policing services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39992/17]
Amharc ar fhreagra115. Deputy Thomas P. Broughan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if he is considering legislation on the lines of the Police (Northern Ireland) Acts 2000 and 2003 passed by the UK parliament on the restructuring of policing services here. [39993/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraI propose to take Questions Nos. 114 and 115 together.
The Deputy will be aware that the Commission on the Future of Policing in Ireland was established by Government in April 2017 to undertake an independent, comprehensive examination of all aspects of policing including all functions currently carried out by An Garda Síochána (community safety, security and immigration). It is also to examine the full range of bodies that have a role in providing oversight and accountability for their activities; the Policing Authority, the Garda Inspectorate, the Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission, my Department and the Government.
The terms of reference require the Commission to bring forward proposals addressing five themes:
- structures and management arrangements required for the most effective delivery of policing (including all functions currently carried out by An Garda Síochána);
- appropriate composition, recruitment and training of personnel;
- culture and ethos of policing;
- appropriate structures for oversight and accountability; and
- legislative framework for policing.
The terms of reference also call on the Commission to have regard to:
- existing and emerging issues identified as key challenges for Ireland’s model of policing;
- best practices in the policing models of other countries focused towards greater effectiveness and efficiency, and fostering public confidence in policing;
- previous reports concerning policing in Ireland;
- any specific challenges to delivering consistent structural and cultural reform in policing.
The Commission is to report by September 2018 and it may, in accordance with its terms of reference, bring forward immediate proposals and rolling recommendations for implementation that it considers are required to be addressed in the short-term and in advance of its final report and my Department will progress any legislative changes, as appropriate.
116. Deputy Róisín Shortall asked the Minister for Justice and Equality further to Parliamentary Question No. 28 of 12 July 2017, the status of the promised liaison between his Department, An Garda Síochána and other relevant stakeholders to address the issue of nuisance quad and scrambler use; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40002/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Deputy will be aware that, under the Road Traffic Acts, any member of An Garda Síochána is empowered to stop a mechanically propelled vehicle in a public place and demand production of a driver licence or learner permit. In addition, Gardaí may inspect the vehicle for compliance with vehicle standards legislation, which makes it an offence to drive without reasonable consideration, drive carelessly, or drive dangerously. The Garda authorities also have powers of seizure, detention, storage and disposal of vehicles under road traffic legislation. I am further informed that the use of quad bikes and scramblers in public parks and open spaces is strictly prohibited by the local authorities under the Parks and Open Spaces Bye-Laws 2011.
Despite the road traffic and other relevant legislation available in this area, the Garda authorities have indicated that there are issues of safety involved in enforcement of these laws which are best addressed through a multi-agency approach. I am informed that Gardaí are working with local authorities, including park authorities, to examine other solutions, such as engineering solutions. Enhanced fencing and bike gates are examples of engineering measures taken to restrict access to parks.
I share the concern in relation to the very serious public safety and anti-social issues associated with the misuse of such vehicles and to better facilitate this multi-agency approach, I have written to the relevant parties, including the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport and the Minister for Housing, Planning, Community and Local Government, as well as the Garda Commissioner and the Chairman of the Revenue Commissioners, in order to ascertain whether there are additional legislative or other solutions which can assist us in dealing with this issue more comprehensively. A number of responses have been received and are being examined at present. As a next step, when all responses have been received, I intend to convene a meeting of all of the interested parties and in order to identify more effective possible solutions and assign responsibility and timeframes for them.
117. Deputy Brendan Smith asked the Minister for Justice and Equality further to parliamentary question number 175 of 21 June 2017, if consideration is being given to a constitutional amendment in relation to ground rents; if plans are under consideration to amend the existing statutory framework regarding ground rents; if the operation of existing ground rents legislation is being reviewed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40015/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe general position regarding ground rents was considered by the All-Party Oireachtas Committee on the Constitution in its 2004 Report 'Private Property'. The Committee took the view that a ground landlord's ground rent is a form of property right which is constitutionally protected and that abolition of such rents would be unconstitutional in the absence of adequate monetary compensation for the landlord. The Committee also noted that where leases were approaching expiry, any legislation providing for the abolition of ground rents would have to provide for the payment of enhanced compensation. In light of the foregoing, I have no immediate plans to introduce legislation providing for a constitutional amendment.
I should add that section 2 of the Landlord and Tenant (Ground Rents) Act 1978 introduced a prohibition on the creation of new leases reserving ground rents on dwellings. Moreover, as regards existing ground rents, Part III of the Landlord and Tenant (Ground Rents) (No.2) Act 1978 contains a statutory scheme whereby a person may, at reasonable cost, acquire the fee simple in their dwelling. To date, over 80,000 applicants have acquired freehold title to their property under this scheme. In the case of property other than dwellings, such as commercial properties, the Landlord and Tenant (Ground Rents) Act 1967 contains provisions which facilitate acquisition of the fee simple subject to agreed terms or on terms set out in an arbitration carried out by the County Registrar. As indicated previously, operation of existing ground rents legislation is kept under review by my Department.
118. Deputy Clare Daly asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the number of claims both initiating of proceedings and intimidating of proceedings that have been made against the Garda Commissioner since August 2014 from members of the force both gardaí and civilian for work related stress. [40048/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraI should point out, firstly, that few claims from Garda members or civilians cite work related stress as the primary issue. Rather, it appears that work related stress may be relevant in personal injury proceedings, such as, claims arising from car crashes/collisions or bullying allegations.
Since 2011 the State Claims Agency has handled personal injury proceedings in respect of claims taken against the Garda Commissioner. The State Claims Agency has advised that a total of 27 claims appear to relate to work-place stress by members or civilians in the Garda Síochána in the period since August 2014 to date. In addition, two other civil actions relating to the Garda Síochána, which are being managed by the Office of the Chief State Solicitor, cite work-place stress in their proceedings.
I have been informed by the Garda Commissioner that if members of An Garda Síochána report unfit for duty citing work related stress, there is an obligation on Garda Management under the Garda Síochána Sickness Policy to investigate the matter. It is also the case that, in accordance with the requirements of Department of Finance Circular 12/2015, civilian members of An Garda Síochána who report unfit for work due to work related stress are referred to the Chief Medical Officer.
119. Deputy Clare Daly asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the number of members of An Garda Síochána, both gardaí and civilians, who are on leave and or absent from work due to sickness following their efforts to whistleblow since August 2014. [40049/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraI am not in a position to provide the Deputy with the number of whistleblowers who are currently on leave and/or absent from work due to sickness. Given the obligation to protect the identity of those who make protected disclosures, it would require a breach of this obligation to attempt to collate information on the number who may be off work for any reason. I understand that my predecessor has already explained this position in response to a similar question on 23 May, 2017 (Parliamentary Question No. 76).
As the Deputy is aware, the Protected Disclosures Act came into effect on 15 July 2014, and in relation to members of An Garda Síochána replaced the previous system of making disclosures to a Confidential Recipient. The Act was part of the then Government's comprehensive approach to enhancing the protections available to whistle-blowers, including members of the Garda Síochána.
Under the Act, members of the Garda Síochána may communicate their concerns to the Garda Commissioner, as their employer if they so choose, or they may make a disclosure to GSOC, which is a statutorily independent body, for investigation. Where a protected disclosure is made to GSOC, the Act provides that GSOC may, if it appears to it desirable in the public interest to do so, investigate the disclosure.
The legislation also allows that an individual employed by a public body may also make a Protected Disclosure to the Minister with responsibility for that body. I should point out that it is possible that the same individual could make a protected disclosure to more than one of the possible recipients under the Act.
120. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the outstanding information requested to facilitate regularisation of residency status in the case of persons (details supplied); if alternative provisions can be made in these circumstances; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40050/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraI am advised by the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS) of my Department that the persons concerned had their permission to remain in the State renewed for a further one year period to 14 December 2017. This decision was conveyed in writing to the persons concerned by letters dated 13 December 2016. This permission was renewed to enable the persons concerned to obtain a valid passport or alternatively submit evidence as to what effort they have made to secure a passport.
A representative of the INIS wrote to the persons concerned on 30 August 2017 requesting the submission of specific documentation. There is no record of the requested documentation having been submitted to date. The position in the State of the persons concerned can be further considered upon receipt of the requested documentation.
Queries in relation to the status of individual immigration cases may be made directly to the INIS of my Department by e-mail using the Oireachtas Mail facility which has been specifically established for this purpose. This service enables up to date information on such cases to be obtained without the need to seek information by way of the Parliamentary Questions process. The Deputy may consider using the e-mail service except in cases where the response from the INIS is, in the Deputy’s view, inadequate or too long awaited.
121. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the developments to date with regard to a residency application in the case of a person (details supplied); the precise information outstanding; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40051/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraI am advised by the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS) of my Department that the person concerned applied to have their permission to remain renewed for a further period.
The permission to remain renewal application made by the person concerned will now be considered based on the information and documentation on file. Once that process has been completed, the person concerned will be advised of the decision made.
Queries in relation to the status of individual immigration cases may be made directly to the INIS of my Department by e-mail using the Oireachtas Mail facility which has been specifically established for this purpose. This service enables up to date information on such cases to be obtained without the need to seek information by way of the Parliamentary Questions process. The Deputy may consider using the e-mail service except in cases where the response from the INIS is, in the Deputy’s view, inadequate or too long awaited.
122. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the procedure to be followed to regularise a residency application for naturalisation in the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40053/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraI am advised by the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS) of my Department that the records indicate that the person referred to by the Deputy has no legal status in the State and that there is no record of a request to regularise the situation. The person should be advised to write to Unit 2, Residence Division, INIS, Burgh Quay, Dublin 2, supplying a full copy of their passport and full details outlining their current circumstances.
With regard to naturalisation, it is open to any individual to lodge an application for a certificate of naturalisation if and when they are in a position to meet the statutory conditions, which include residency requirements, as prescribed in the Irish Nationality and Citizenship Act 1956, as amended, which governs the granting of Irish citizenship through naturalisation. Detailed information on Irish citizenship and naturalisation is available on the INIS website at www.inis.gov.ie.
Queries in relation to the status of individual immigration cases may be made directly to the INIS of my Department by e-mail using the Oireachtas Mail facility which has been specifically established for this purpose. This service enables up to date information on such cases to be obtained without the need to seek information by way of the Parliamentary Questions process. The Deputy may consider using the e-mail service except in cases where the response from the INIS is, in the Deputy’s view, inadequate or too long awaited.
