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Written question asked by Lord McCrea of Magherafelt and Cookstown (Democratic Unionist Party) on Thursday, 9 May 2024, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 23 May 2024. It was answered by Lord Caine (Conservative) on Wednesday, 15 May 2024 on behalf of the Northern Ireland Office.


Republic of Ireland: Borders

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government whether they have had any discussions with the government of the Republic of Ireland regarding whether it plans to send Garda to the border between the Republic of Ireland and the UK.

Answer

The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland and the Tánaiste last spoke about this issue on 1 May, and the Tánaiste confirmed there would be no deployment of officers from An Garda Síochána to the Northern Ireland/Ireland border.

During this exchange, both UK and Irish Governments confirmed their commitment to the Common Travel Area and are focused on securing its external border.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL4527
Session
2023-24
Subjects
Borders Republic of Ireland Garda Síochána
Link
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