Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 2 May 2017
1460. Deputy Aengus Ó Snodaigh asked the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence the number of Air Corps pilots grounded without formal disciplinary proceedings being issued within the past 12 months for being intoxicated on duty. [19480/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Defence Act 1954–2007 defines ‘intoxicant’ as any alcohol, drug, solvent or any other substance or combination of substances. I have been informed by the military authorities that there are no Air Corps pilots removed from flying duties without formal disciplinary proceedings being issued within the past 12 months for being intoxicated on duty. Where disciplinary matters arise, the relevant military authorities deal with the matter in accordance with the disciplinary procedures set out in the Defence Act and the regulations made thereunder.
