Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 26 April 2016
471. Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport to support a matter (details supplied) regarding aircraft noise pollution; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8048/16]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs the Irish Aviation Authority (IAA) is the Competent Authority in Ireland with the responsibility, inter alia, of ensuring that airport authorities adopt a balanced approach in dealing with noise-related matters at airports, it would not be appropriate for me to intervene in the manner suggested by the Deputy. The IAA exercises its responsibilities by reference to EU legislative provisions and I have asked the IAA to liaise directly with the Deputy. If the Deputy does not receive a reply within ten working days, please advise my private office.
