The mother of an Irish woman who was raped and murdered in India wants a direct apology from the Taoiseach after she was declined a meeting because her daughter had travelled on a UK passport. Her mother requested a meeting with Leo Varadkar to discuss how families could be better supported when a loved one dies abroad. The statement said: “The Taoiseach is aware of the tragic circumstances surrounding the death of Irish citizen Danielle McLaughlin, and extends his deepest sympathy to Danielle’s family. “This was the basis on which the office advised Danielle’s family that the matter would be most appropriately handled by the British authorities. Leo Varadkar will travel to Donegal next week (Brian Lawless/PA)“I spoke with Danielle’s mother Andrea earlier today and their trauma and anguish has been exacerbated by this callous act.

Source: Irish Examiner September 08, 2018 17:37 UTC