Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 30 January 2018
504. Deputy James Browne asked the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment the plans of the Office for Emergency Planning for the creation of an emergency alert text messaging system for users of mobile phones in order that text message alerts can be received in cases of emergency; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3999/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs part of ongoing engagement between my Department and the Government Taskforce on Emergency Planning, my officials are currently exploring options in order to identify a potential mechanism for private mobile phone operators in Ireland to convey text messages to mobile phone users, in order to provide real time information on developments in respect of large scale emergencies such as severe weather events or terrorist incidents requiring a fast response. This work will continue over the coming months.
