Is the Minister of the opinion that some statutory complications may arise in relation to the European elections and the local elections whereby citizens, including members of the Garda and the Army will not be in a position to exercise their postal voting entitlements? In that context, is statutory provision being considered by the Department of the Environment?

I am sure that the Department of the Environment have considered all aspects of this matter. They tell me that there is no need for amending legislation at present. If there was a need for such legislation the matter would be considered.