§ Lord Lairdasked Her Majesty's Government:
On what dates Mrs McAleese visited Northern Ireland as President of Eire when security cover was required; what was the purpose of the visits; what locations were involved; and what was the security cost in each case. [HL1191]
§ Baroness AmosPresident McAleese's visits to Northern Ireland have all been in a working or private capacity and have covered various locations across Northern Ireland. In all cases the Police Service of Northern Ireland provides security. Information on the security costs for each visit is not readily available and could be compiled only at disproportionate cost.