Eamon Gilmore (Dún Laoghaire, Labour)

I am aware of the case referred to by the Deputy and of the remarks made by Amnesty International. As the individual referred to is the subject of legal proceedings, it would not be appropriate for me to comment in this instance. I understand that President Obama has intervened on the issue.

It is the responsibility of every state to uphold the right to due process of all individuals detained in its jurisdiction, including to trial within a reasonable time or to release. It is also the responsibility of all states to ensure that persons deprived of their liberty are treated with humanity and with respect for the inherent dignity of the human person.

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