Cybersecurity Policy

Tuesday, 24 February 2026

Questions (229)

Malcolm Byrne

Question:

229. Deputy Malcolm Byrne asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the number of cyberattacks on Irish embassies and consulates during 2025; the nature of these attacks. [15110/26]

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Written answers

Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade

My Department deploys robust defences against cyberattacks in line with advice and guidance provided by the National Cyber Security Centre.

For reasons of operational and national security it is not appropriate to disclose details of my Department’s Cyber Security arrangements.

Question No. 230 answered with Question No. 214.