asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs the initiatives he has taken to ensure the safety of Irish citizens in that part of Uganda still occupied by the forces of former President Amin and if he will make a statement on the matter.

We do not have diplomatic representation in Uganda but my Department are endeavouring, of course, to the extent possible, to keep abreast of the situation in that country as it develops. In regard to our citizens there the position is being carefully watched with a view to emergency arrangements should the need arise.