245 Deputy Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the position regarding the re-opening of the investigation into the death of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3957/10]

247 Deputy Joe Behan asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if he supports the re-investigation of the death of a person (details supplied); the progress there has been on this matter to date in 2010; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4110/10]

I propose to take Questions Nos. 245 and 247 together.

I am informed by the Garda authorities that the investigation into the death of the person referred to by the Deputies was the subject of an intensive review in 2004. I am further informed that the Garda Commissioner appointed the Assistant Commissioner, Northern Region, to examine the investigation file, which remains open and is under the supervision of the Assistant Commissioner. Liaison is being maintained with the family of the person referred to.

The Deputies will appreciate that, as the investigation is ongoing, it would be inappropriate for me to comment further at this time.