Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 28 March 2023
198. Deputy Carol Nolan asked the Minister for Transport if he will address recent reports that security screening at Dublin Airport is "not fit for purpose" and leaves risks for a possible terrorist attack; if his Department has been in contact with the Irish Aviation Authority (IAA) to discuss this matter; the actions that are being taken to resolve the concerns raised; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14660/23]
View answerMy Department and Irish Aviation Authority (IAA) regularly engage on aviation security matters. However, I cannot comment on matters relating to aviation security operations.
Aviation security is highly regulated at international, European and national levels and all regulated entities, including airport operators, are required to comply with rigorous standards and are subject to national and international oversight.
Inspections and testing of security controls at Irish airports are conducted at national level by the IAA in accordance with EU Regulation 18/2010, and at European level by the European Commission in accordance with EU Regulation 72/2010. The results of these inspections are evaluated, and corrective actions and system improvements are implemented where required. The results of any such inspections are highly security-sensitive and are never disclosed externally.
