Arising out of this whole matter, would the Taoiseach indicate to us what exactly is the position about the Anglo-Irish talks which were initiated some time ago? There are constant reports that these are to be re-established and we also hear a great deal about the healing of Anglo-Irish relations. Are talks taking place at the present time at official level in what is now generally spoken of as the Anglo-Irish process?

That is a separate question.

The Taoiseach is going to answer it.

If he wishes to answer the Chair has no objection.

The two matters are related and, as any meeting between Heads of Government is usually prepared at official level in any event, there is a relationship and the position is that the process of meetings at high official level, which was suspended, or suspended itself, is about to recommence in the near future.