Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 8 March 2022
282. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs the advice that his Department is providing to hauliers bringing aid to Ukraine (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12451/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraMy Department strongly advises against all travel to Ukraine for any purpose. The capacity of the Department of Foreign Affairs to provide consular assistance is extremely limited and our Embassy in Kyiv is no longer operational in-country. Travel advice for Ukraine and neighbouring countries can be found at www.dfa.ie/travel.
The warm generosity people in Ireland have shown towards Ukraine already is remarkable. However, with transport systems under pressure, sending physical goods may add more stress to the situation on the ground. People who would like to help are being encouraged to donate to established Irish and international humanitarian organisations. For example, a complete list of appeals is available through Dóchas, the umbrella organisation for Irish NGOs.
