asked the Minister for External Affairs whether the British Government has yet indicated its willingness to agree to the frequently-expressed desire of the Irish people in connection with the repatriation of the remains of Roger Casement; and, if so, whether he is in a position to state when steps will be taken to facilitate the bringing back of these remains to Ireland for reinterment.

The answer to the first part of the question, I regret to say, is in the negative.