Noah Donohoe meeting
Deputy Smith asked for progress on a meeting with the Donohoe family and support for an inquiry into Noah Donohoe’s death. The Taoiseach expressed sympathy, noted the investigation was in Northern Ireland, and said he would see what could be done about a meeting.
The Taoiseach knows that next Monday will mark a year from the tragic death of Noah Donohoe, whose body was found in Belfast and whose family have had no answers about his death. This was a teenager tragically found dead after a long search. I know the family has requested a meeting with the Taoiseach and People Before Profit stands squarely behind the family's pursuit of justice and an inquiry. We also stand behind the campaigners, who are called "Noah's army". Today the Dáil should demonstrate its solidarity with the Donohoe family and the campaign. Will the Taoiseach tell us what progress he is making in responding to the family's request for a meeting? Will he expedite the request so the campaign and family can finally see a full, thorough and accountable investigation into the tragic circumstances that led to the death of Noah Donohoe last year?
Comment on this
Noah Donohoe's death was very sad and tragic. My understanding is the authorities in Northern Ireland have been pursuing this investigation and the degree to which this jurisdiction can have an impact on that investigation is clearly limited. I will revert on seeing what we can do to expedite a meeting with the family.