Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 1 May 2012
686 Deputy Michael McNamara asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the service that has replaced the Shannon Airport River Rescue Service at Shannon Airport, County Clare; the future plans for the equipment and buildings which are now lying idle; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21557/12]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Coast Guard will respond to any maritime incidents in the Shannon Estuary. The following Search and Rescue resources are available in the Shannon/Foynes area: Shannon Coast Guard Helicopter, Kilrush Inshore Lifeboat, Limerick City CRBI, Ballybunion CRBI, Kilkee Coast Guard Unit, Kilkee CRBI, Doolin Coast Guard Unit, Aran Islands Lifeboat and Galway Inshore Lifeboat. I understand that an inventory of previously operated marine equipment held by the Shannon Airport Authority has recently been completed and all serviceable equipment is to be donated to the State's primary response agencies and voluntary services operating along the Shannon Estuary.
