Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Any correspondence between Tánaiste and Minister Micheál Martin/Minister's office and Deputy Leo Varadkar.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Under the FOI Act 2014, I am seeking the following; - a spreadsheet/record/database of all costs incurred by the DFA in the hosting of the following event: https://www.ireland.ie/en/global-ireland- strategies/lacstrategy/ireland-lac-business-and-economic-forum/

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

The information I am requesting under your "freedom of information" act relates to funding (2024/2025) and (2023/2024) provided by your ESP. Should I have sent this email to the wrong department can you inform me and then pass it on the correct department. Can you please send me a copy of the ESP application made by Conradh na Gaeilge Glaschú, 2024/2025 and 2023/2024. Simply put, can you send me a copy of their application, which will include statements, projects etc.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Under the Freedom of Information Act, I would like to request copies of all records created since the beginning of 2024 relating to the commissioning of a review of corporate governance at The Glencree Centre for Peace and Reconciliation, including a copy of any report produced.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

I am making a request under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 regarding the following information: • The number of correspondences to the Department of Foreign Affairs regarding the murder of Pat Finucane since January 1st 2019. • Examples of correspondences to the Department of Foreign Affairs regarding the murder of Pat Finucane since January 1st 2019.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

I would like to request the following information from the Department of Foreign Affairs in relation to Irish Passport Applications under the Freedom of Information Act as follows 1) How many passport applications for new born babies you have received from Jan - June in 2024 from people resident in the UK, and the average turnaround time, plus the maximum and minimum turnaround time to date this year. 2) How many passport applications for new born babies you have received from people resident in Ireland and the average turnaround time, plus the maximum and minimum turnaround time to date this year. 3) How many passport applications for new born babies you have rejected the passport photo and on and the average time to issue the request for resubmission / notice of further information. 4) How many passport applications have been rejected (i.e. sought resubmission of the application form under a provided link for the same application) on the grounds of not being able to contact a witness. 5) The number / % of passport applications where the witness is called in relation to a new born baby born and applied from in Ireland. 6) The number / % of passport applications where the witness is called in related to a new born baby born and applied for in the UK. 7) The number of passport applications which have been rejected twice or more times in relation to applications for new born babies. 8) The details defining the requirements of a witness to be available for a phone call and the number. of days you will attempt to contact the witness before rejecting the application (i.e. seeking a resubmission).

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 I am seeking a list of esubmissions submitted to the Minister for Foreign Affairs through the e-submissions channel. I wish for my request to cover the period from 01-08-2024 - 31-08-2024.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Under the Freedom of Information Act, 2014, I wish to request access to any record which shows the number of participants from your FOI body who attended (1) Training courses dealing with EU or Irish competition law and (2) Training courses dealing with EU or Irish procurement law, since January 2022, in each case broken down showing the grades of participants, please.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Under the Freedom of Information Act, 2014, I wish to request access to any record which outlines whether and how your FOI body recognises long service by staff (e.g., whether you acknowledge service of 25 years, 40 years or 50 years).

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

I am making a request under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 regarding the following information: • The number of correspondences to the Department of Foreign Affairs regarding the Occupied Territories Bill since January 1st 2023. • Examples of correspondences to the Department of Foreign Affairs regarding the Occupied Territories Bill since January 1st 2023.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Under Freedom of Information, I would like to request details of Irish passport applications for people residing in Northern Ireland. Individually for each year from 2016 to 2023, please disclose the following: 1. The number of Irish passport applications received for people living in Northern Ireland. 2. The number of Irish passports issued to people living in Northern Ireland. 3. For each of the above, please give a breakdown of these figures by postcode (e.g. those passport applications/issued for people residing in the BT15 area, the BT62 area, etc.)

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

1) As of 3 September 2024 The number of WTE staff by job title and gender that are working at each Irish Embassy or Consulate General Office that are agency staff and are not directly employed by Department. To be further assistance It doesn't matter the length of time each of those staff are working in the Embassy but were working in the Embassy or Consulate General office on that date in question in tabular form. To be further assistance what I am seeking On the 3 September 2024 there 5 WTE local agency Security Personnel working at the Irish Embassy in Washington DC and of those 5 staff, 4 were male and the 1 was female etc.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

1. A copy of any briefings prepared for the Minister of State for EU Affairs, 1st June and 27 August 2024. 2. A copy of any briefings prepared for the Minister for Foreign Affairs, related to EU affairs/policy, between 1st July and 27th August 2024.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Under the FOI Act 2014, I am seeking the following: - A database/spreadsheet/inventory of all gifts received by the minister(s) or any other staff of the department in the period 1 Aug 2023 to date. This record to include the name of the person receiving the gift, the date of receipt, the name of the person who gave the gift, a brief description of the item, a value for the item if available. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, ideally in its original electronic format.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

- Any correspondence to/from any Department official from or to any member of any Irish media organisation, in relation to press attendance on the Tánaiste's July 2024 trip to Kenya/Ethiopia, including offers of attendance, invitations to attend, etc. - Any correspondence to/from any Department official from or to any member of any Irish media organisation, in relation to press attendance on any trips overseas organised by the Department, including offers of attendance, invitations to attend, etc.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Under the Freedom of Information Act, 2014, I wish to request access to the most recent internal guidelines or policy document issued by your FOI body regarding 1. The use of messaging apps or platforms (such as, but not limited to, SMS text messages, MMS messages, WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal, Snapchat, Instagram, Viber, WeChat, Hago, Messenger, BitMessage, Ring, Line, bulk SMS systems), or 2. The retention and archiving of messages sent using messaging platforms, or the transfer of such messages to a central repository with a view to ensuring compliance with FOI requests and data protection SARs.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

I am writing under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 to request a complete list of all honorary consuls of Ireland, past and present, including the date they were appointed and, where applicable, the date their term ended.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

The budget available to fund the cost of staff stays at Gaeltacht courses, the number of staff who have availed of this payment, and the amount paid on behalf of each staff member to cover Gaeltacht courses.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Under the FOI act, I would like to request access to the following documents or information related to lobbying on PFAS, per and polyfluoroalkyl substances, also known as ‘forever chemicals’. In particular I would like: 1. A list of all meetings/ discussions since 1 January 2023 between Irish Permanent Representation officials and businesses, trade associations, or think tanks where this topic was discussed. 2. Any records, minutes, preparatory briefings, or other notes of these meetings/discussions. 3. All correspondence since 1 January 2023, where this topic was discussed, exchanged between Irish Permanent Representation officials and businesses, trade associations, or think tanks.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

I would like access to internal documentation detailing why it was decided that the passport card expiry date should be tied to that of the passport book.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

I wish to make a request for records held by the Department of Foreign Affairs under the Freedom of Information Act. The records are; Minutes of meeting and related email correspondence and submissions in relation to a meeting between Glen Dimplex and the Department. The meeting and correspondence took place between May 1st and Aug 31st, as outlined on the lobbying register https;//www.lobbying.ie/return/114953/glen-dimplex-ireland

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Under the 2014 FOI Act, I am seeking the following information; Details and monetary value of all gifts received by the Minister for Foreign Affairs and/or officials within the Department of Foreign Affairs between 1 January 2023 and 19 September 2024. Details and monetary value of all gifts given to foreign dignitaries by the Minister for Foreign Affairs and/or officials within the Department of Foreign Affairs between 1 January 2023 and 19 September 2024.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Under the FOI Act of 2014, I am looking for the following information; The names of current members of the Irish election observation roster. The date of their appointment and/or reappointment. The number of election missions undertaken by each observer in 2024, 2023, and 2022.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

I am writing to make a Freedom of Information request under the Freedom of Information Act 2014. I am seeking access to records held by the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) regarding the following information in a tabular format: The total number of people who did not pass their probationary contract for the Third Secretary role within the DFA, if any, from 2017 until now. For each of those who did not pass probation, please provide the following details: a) Whether they were from the private sector or another government department prior to joining the DFA. b) If they were from another government department, please specify the grade (e.g. Executive Officer, Administrative Officer) and the department they were working in before joining the DFA in the Third Secretary role (e.g. Department of Agriculture).

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Under the FOI Act 2014, I am seeking the following: - copies of the credit card or purchase card statements for any cards in use at the following embassies/consulates: London, Washington DC, New York City, Sydney, Paris. This request to cover the most recent twelve month period for which such records are available. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, ideally in its original electronic format.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

I wish to make a request for records held by the Department of Foreign Affairs under the Freedom of Information Act. The records are; Meeting minutes, related email correspondence and notes from phone calls in relation to lobbying carried out by Aughinish Alumina to the Department between May 1st 2024 and Aug 31 2024. The lobbying relates to a “further business update of the ongoing risks to employment as a result of the Russian invasion of Ukraine,” as shown on the lobbying register; https://www.lobbying.ie/return/115906/aughinish-alumina-limited

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Any record created since 1 January 2023 which 1. Lists / identifies contracts placed by your department with Israeli companies, or for the supply of goods or services originating, or partially originating, in Israel, or 2. Lists / identifies Israeli goods already in use in your department / office. Excluding any contracts placed by or for the Irish Embassy in Israel in respect of services or goods used by that embassy (because there would inevitably be multiple such contracts and I do not wish to create unreasonable work for the Department or for that embassy), and Excluding Israeli goods already in use in the Irish Embassy in Israel.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Under the FOI Act 2014, I am seeking the following: - The amount that was spent by each Embassy and Consulate General Office spent on promoting sport in 2023 & 2024. Including receipts, invoices and including any travel expenses incurred in the promotion of sport by the embassies and consulate general offices.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Under the Freedom of Information Act, access to minutes of any meetings and / or correspondence in relation to the meeting between Minister Martin and Apple during 2024 in relation to public transport / infrastructure in Cork.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

I wish to make a request for records held by the Department of Foreign Affairs under the Freedom of Information Act. The records are; Minutes of meeting and related email correspondence and submissions in relation to a meeting between AerCap and Ambassador Geraldine Byrne Nason. The meeting and correspondence took place between May 1st and Aug 31st, as outlined on the lobbying register https;//www.lobbying.ie/return/113335/aercap-holdings-nv

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Under FOI law, I would like records showing a breakdown of the fees paid to PHD Media and Omnicom Media Group in each year from 2019 to date.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

I am writing to you under the Freedom of Information Act 2014. I am writing to request a list of all wines, champagne and whiskies - which are held at the HQ of the Department of Foreign Affairs in Dublin. The list should include name and vintage and estimated cost of each bottle.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 I am seeking a list of esubmissions submitted to the Minister for Foreign Affairs through the e-submissions channel. I wish for my request to cover the period from 01-09-2024 - 30-09-2024

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Under the FOI Act 2014, I am seeking a copy of the invoices associated with the following transactions: A6C (vi) -PREMISES EXPENSES OTHER REPAIRS & MINOR MAINTENANCE-INCL CONTRACTS PMU Property Development Office of Public Works 30/04/2023 369358 154,800.00 A6C (vi) -PREMISES EXPENSES OTHER REPAIRS & MINOR MAINTENANCE-INCL CONTRACTS PMU Property Development Office of Public Works 31/03/2023 366217 123,300.00 A6C (vi) -PREMISES EXPENSES OTHER REPAIRS & MINOR MAINTENANCE-INCL CONTRACTS PMU Property Development Office of Public Works 31/05/2023 372893 103,500.00 A6C (vi) -PREMISES EXPENSES OTHER REPAIRS & MINOR MAINTENANCE-INCL CONTRACTS PMU Property Development Office of Public Works 31/07/2023 379912 90,500.00 A6C (vi) -PREMISES EXPENSES OTHER REPAIRS & MINOR MAINTENANCE-INCL CONTRACTS PMU Property Development Office of Public Works 31/07/2023 379912 90,000.00 A6C (vi) -PREMISES EXPENSES OTHER REPAIRS & MINOR MAINTENANCE-INCL CONTRACTS PMU Property Development Office of Public Works 31/12/2023 397133 61,750.00 I would prefer to receive this information electronically, ideally in its original electronic format.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

I am submitting this request under the Freedom of Information Act to obtain records related to the meeting held on 3rd October 2024 between the Tánaiste, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Defence Micheál Martin TD, and the UK Foreign Secretary, David Lammy. Specifically, I would like to request access to: 1. The full minutes of the meeting between the Tánaiste and the UK Foreign Secretary, including any briefings, notes, or summaries that outline the topics discussed. 2. Any documents, memos, or briefing materials prepared prior to the meeting for the Tánaiste's review, as well as any documents provided to the UK Foreign Secretary during the meeting. 3. Records of gifts (if any) exchanged between the Tánaiste and the UK Foreign Secretary, including descriptions, monetary value, and the entities from which they were sourced. 4. Any follow-up communications or correspondence between the Department of Foreign Affairs and the UK Foreign Office or other UK Government departments arising directly from this meeting. 5. Attendance list of the individuals present at the meeting, including the roles and affiliations of the attendees.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

I wish to make a request under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 for all records pertaining directly or indirectly to: 1. The tax-free allowances/expenses payable under the Central Funding Scheme (CFS) for strategic Seconded National Experts (SNEs). 2. Any exchanges since 2013, both internally within your Department and with other Departments, in relation to reviewing those allowances/expenses. 3. Payments to SNEs, by other Departments, of allowances in excess of the allowance limits set by the CFS.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

I wish to receive a copy of the following records under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 concerning the alleged transport of munitions between the US and Israel through Irish sovereign airspace, Irish controlled airspace, and/or over Ireland. Time period: 1 August 2024-present: • Any departmental or ministerial contact or communication/correspondence with Challenge Group and/or Challenge Airlines and/or COO David Canavan [For context, Micheál Martin said on RTE Radio on 15 September 2024 that “the State is engaging proactively with the company”.] • Any departmental or ministerial communication/correspondence with AirNav, the Department of Transport and/or the Department of Justice on this matter • The most recent/up-to-date briefings for the Minister on this matter

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

I wish to request the following documents under the Freedom of Information Acts. All correspondence, documents and records since January 1st, 2023 relating to any potential aircraft transiting sovereign Irish airspace without having received appropriate organisation, carrying or suspected of carrying weapons, munitions, ammunition or the components thereof This should include, but not be limited, to: - Any internal correspondence relating to the matter - Related documents such, such as emails, memos, reports, draft programmes -Any minutes, records or notes pertaining to any meeting at which this issue was discussed. - Any communications with or briefings for other government departments or state agencies - Any concerns expressed regarding national security, the intended recipient currently being engaged in war crimes or crimes against humanity - All other documentation pertinent to this issue.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

I am writing to formally submit a request for information under the Freedom of Information Act regarding the financial operations of the Department of Foreign Affairs, covering the period from January 2022 to the present. Specifically, I would like to request the following information: 1. *Cost of Operating Irish Embassies*: A detailed breakdown of the total expenses incurred in the operation of all Irish embassies from January 2022 to the present. This should encompass operational costs, personnel expenses, maintenance, and any other relevant expenditures associated with each individual embassy. 2. *Rental Properties*: A comprehensive report outlining the total costs related to all rental properties managed by the Department of Foreign Affairs during the indicated period. This request includes, but is not limited to, expenses associated with both domestic and international properties. 3. *Foreign Aid Expenditure*: A thorough account of the foreign aid disbursed globally by the Department from January 2022 to the present. This should include a detailed breakdown of the aid provided to various countries, specifying the amounts disbursed and the purposes for which the aid was provided. 4. *Entertainment Allowances and Expenditures*: I would also request information regarding entertainment allowances and expenditures incurred by the embassies. Specifically, I am seeking a list of those embassies that have allocated funds for entertainment, along with a comprehensive breakdown of those costs. 5. *Ministerial Office Entertainment Allowances and Expenditures*: Additionally, I would like to request a full breakdown of all entertainment allowances and expenditures from the Ministerial office during the same time frame. This should include a detailed account of expenses incurred, purposes, and any relevant justifications. I would greatly appreciate your assistance in providing this information at your earliest convenience. If my request cannot be fulfilled in its entirety, I kindly ask that you provide as much information as possible and indicate the reasons for any limitations.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

I am making a Freedom of Information request for the following records: • Copies of all correspondence to/from the Department of Foreign Affairs relating to plans to re-open an Irish embassy in Tehran. - Correspondence could comprise of but not ne limited to items to/from politicians, non-governmental organisations and members of the public. - The time period involved can be limited to 1/7/2024 to 30/9/2024. • A breakdown of all costs incurred by the Department of Foreign Affairs in relation to plans to re-open an Irish embassy in Tehran. These costs could include but are not limited to the purchase of buildings (embassy/residence etc), purchase of vehicles, building rent, design/archtect's fees, estate agent fees, security costs, furniture costs, travel costs including flights/hotel accommodation. - The time period involved can be limited to 1/3/2021 to 30/9/2024.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

I wish to make a request for records held by the Department of Foreign Affairs under the Freedom of Information Act. The records are; Briefing notes prepared for the Department of Foreign Affairs for meetings and other engagements on the Joint Statement on Efforts to Counter the Proliferation and Misuse of Commercial Spyware, from the period of May 1st to Oct 1st 2024.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

I am submitting a Freedom of Information request under the Freedom of Information Act 2014. I am seeking the release of the following records related to foreign influence activities: 1. All invitations or communications received by members of the Oireachtas from Russian or Chinese entities, organizations, or individuals offering trips, accommodations, or meetings in Russia or China from January 1, 2017, to present. 2. Records of any internal communications discussing the appropriateness of these offers, or any responses issued by the Oireachtas or the Department of Foreign Affairs, specifically concerning trips or meetings in Russia or China. 3. Specific references to meetings with high-level officials (e.g., Vladimir Putin, Xi Jinping, or representatives of the Russian or Chinese governments) sent to TDs or Senators during the above period. 4. Any documented discussions, guidelines, or briefings issued to members of the Oireachtas on engagement with foreign representatives or participation in foreign conferences/events relating to Russia or China. 5. Records concerning guidance provided to Oireachtas members on how to handle invitations or interactions with foreign intelligence or trade representatives from these countries, especially in the context of bilateral trade, economic forums, or political dialogue.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

A copy of the planned public engagements of An Tanaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Micheal Martin for the six-month period from the date of release of the information under this FOI request. For each engagement, the information shall include the following: • Date • Time • Location or venue and • Purpose of engagement

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

1) Any correspondence between Department of Foreign Affairs officials at the grade of HEO or equivalent and above and officials from Department of Public Expenditure, National Development Plan, Delivery and Reform regarding the €35m allocation for Global Ireland Initiatives in Budget 2025. I'm looking for the information for the timeframe of 1st April 2024 to 1st October 2024 inclusive.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

I am seeking access to records held by the Central Statistics Office (CSO) that relate to the DFA- CSEES (Department of Foreign Affairs - Civil Service Employee Engagement Survey) results. Specifically, I request access to the following records: The results of the latest DFA-CSEES survey conducted by the CSO. The results of the DFA-CSEES survey conducted by the CSO in 2023. The results of the DFA-CSEES survey conducted by the CSO in 2022. The results of the DFA-CSEES survey conducted by the CSO in 2021.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 I am seeking copies of the following esubmissions: DFA 00511-24 I wish for my request to cover the period from 1/1/2024 - 1/15/24.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Under the FOI Act 2014, I am seeking the following: • Details of all expenditures on Irish embassies and missions abroad in 2024 • A breakdown of refurbishment and repair costs at same

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 I am seeking copies of the following documents: - All correspondence between the Irish Embassy in Washington and The White House in relation to videography during the Taoiseach Simon Harris’s meeting with US President Joe Biden. - All correspondence between the Irish Embassy in Washington and the Government Press Secretary Chris Donohoe and The White House in relation to protocol and access for the Taoiseach Simon Harris’s meeting with US President Joe Biden. - All correspondence relating to the release of video footage from the Oval Office meeting between the Taoiseach Simon Harris and US President Joe Biden. - All correspondence between the White House and the Irish Embassy in Washington and the Department of Foreign Affairs relating to press queries arising from the Taoiseach’s visit to the Oval Office. I wish for my request to cover the period from 1/9/2024 - 16/10/2024.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Under the 2014 FOI Act I am seeking the following: All records related to consultancy services provided by International Organisation Development around a review of Ireland’s term on the UN Security Council 2021 – 2022. This should include briefing notes, memos, reports, draft reports or other relevant documentation that were provided to the Department as part of the consultancy services.

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Records of Departmental buildings in Ireland and whether any CCTV cameras in those buildings are made by Hikvision.