HC Deb 03 April 1980 vol 982 c309W
Mr. Biggs-Davison

asked the Lord Privy Seal what representations have at any time been made in Dublin to secure voting rights for United Kingdom citizens resident in the Republic of Ireland equivalent to those enjoyed by its citizens when resident in the United Kingdom.

Sir Ian Gilmour

The Government have made no such representations.

Mr. Michael Brown

asked the Lord Privy Seal whether any discussions have taken place between the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and the Government of the Irish Republic about the special privileges granted to Irish citizens resident in the United Kingdom.

Sir Ian Gilmour

No.