Denis Naughten
Question:24. Deputy Denis Naughten asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to develop a system of US preclearance for freight; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54132/13]
View answerThursday, 19 December 2013
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The Ireland-U.S. Preclearance Agreement signed by both Governments in 2008, provides for the preclearance of commercial and general aviation aircraft and their passengers. The agreement explicitly excludes cargo preclearance. An Ireland - US Preclearance Consultative Group, comprising U.S. and Irish officials was established to monitor progress in preclearance and the issue of freight preclearance has been raised in this forum. However it presents significant challenges and progress may take some time.