Kieran O'Donnell (Limerick City, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

Thank you. Before proceeding with questions from members, I have some questions. Mr. Bassato, with regard to the rapid testing that has been introduced in Rome airport, according to your presentation there is a 30-minute turnaround. What is the level of positive tests? Who pays for the test? Is it paid by the airport or through the ticket of the passenger? Who carries out the test? Are they employees of the airport or has the airport contracted it to a third party company? Furthermore, did the airport require planning permission from the state authorities to establish such a facility? How long did it take to establish it? I understand it is applied to 100% of passengers on the Rome to Milan flight. Perhaps, Mr. Bassato will give us an overall view. It is something we are seeking to promote here, but you are doing it in real time at Rome airport today so perhaps you will describe exactly how it works.