Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 14 November 2023
128. Deputy Jennifer Murnane O'Connor asked the Minister for Finance if he will provide the necessary funding to purchase two additional mobile X-ray scanner trucks for the Revenue Commissioners; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49582/23]
View answerI am advised by Revenue that mobile x-ray scanners, which are an integral component of Revenue’s response framework targeting fraud, illicit trade, smuggling and organised crime, are just one component of a suite of resources, detection equipment and technologies deployed by them, in addition to the application of the comprehensive legal framework in place as set out in relevant tax and customs legislation. Intelligence development, electronic risk analysis tools, deployment of x-ray scan technology and maritime cutters are deployed as part of Revenue’s overall suite of measures.
Revenue keeps its operational requirements under continuous review, having regard to ongoing risk evaluation and evolving operational needs. I remain open to consider any proposals from Revenue that will support its work in combatting fraud, illicit trade and smuggling.
