I want to raise the utmost importance of the deployment of anti-drone technology at Dublin Airport. It has been brought to my attention that despite months having passed since the disruptive incidents caused by unauthorised drones, the necessary measures are still not in place. While the required technology was procured weeks ago and the Dublin Airport Authority, DAA, boss stated it would be deployed within weeks, the final regulatory approval necessary for its deployment is still pending. The delays are preventing the airport from effectively countering or neutralising drone threats posed by individuals breaking the law in the vicinity of the airport. We must provide reassurance to airlines and passengers that Dublin Airport will possess the capability to address promptly any further incidents of illegal drone activity. I would appreciate clarification on the level of concern regarding the potential chaos this would inflict on the airport once again. The timely deployment of anti-drone technology is crucial to safeguarding the operation of the airport.

I thank the Deputy for raising this important issue. I know it would be a matter of concern to people as they head off for their summer holidays, or are travelling for business or family reasons, that we could have activity at our airports disrupted by drone activity. I understand that, as the Deputy said, the equipment has been procured by the DAA. There is a regulatory issue still to be resolved but I know work is advanced on resolving that.