Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 12 February 2013
752. Deputy Gerry Adams asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his future plans for Clogherhead coast guard, County Louth, with respect to the provision of equipment and the recruitment, training and upskilling of new members. [7116/13]
Amharc ar fhreagraClogherhead Volunteer Coast Guard Unit is designated as a shoreline search unit and supports their neighbouring Co. Louth units in Drogheda and Greenore. Coast Guard policy facilitates such inter unit cooperation in relation to maritime emergency preparation and response.
All Coast Guard units are provided with a suite of equipment deemed necessary to conduct their assigned roles and tasks. Shoreline units are also normally provided with a 4x4 commercial vehicle and an All-Terrain Vehicle (commonly called a Quad bike). Clogherhead has both these vehicles and also has the temporary placement of a van. The equipment requirements and the need for additional members is kept under on-going review. All new and current members are provided with the requisite courses and training.
