Deaths off Helvick Head
Mattie McGrath seeks ministerial engagement over the deaths of two young men off Helvick Head and alleges there was no proper investigation; the Chair and Taoiseach question the relevance of the cited maritime legislation.
I have two items. The other is a very serious matter in Tipperary as two young men lost their lives four years ago.
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Will the Taoiseach ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport-----
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It is under the maritime (international conventions and safety) Bill.
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It is a maritime issue. These men lost their lives off Helvick Head.
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No. The Minister will not meet these people.
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I am not abusing privilege. I am asking about legislation.
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Deputy Mattie McGrath is raising an important point as two people lost their lives but I am not sure what relevance the maritime issue has to Tipperary.
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There was no proper investigation by the Marine Institute. The Minister will not meet these people.