§ Andrew MackinlayTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what factors were taken into consideration before granting the compassionate leave from prison to Luigi Marotta. [90309]
§ Jane KennedyThe Northern Ireland Prison Service had concerns about the likelihood of Marotta absconding and had initially refused temporary release. Following judicial review and directions by the court to reconsider this decision in the light of the recent implementation of human rights leglisation, the decision was reversed. Prior to release a sum off £150k was required to be lodged as surety by Marotta's solicitors.
§ Andrew MackinlayTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland who authorised the compassionate leave from prison of Luigi Marotta. [90310]
§ Jane KennedyThe authorisation was given by the Operations Directorate of the Northern Ireland Prison Service.
§ Andrew MackinlayTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if he will make a statement on the prospect of obtaining the extradition of Luigi Marotta from Paris. [90311]
§ Mr. Paul MurphyIt is not Government policy to comment on whether an individual is being sought for fear of hampering any investigation