Hildegarde Naughton (Galway West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

During that engagement, I emphasised that the excessive delays and queuing times experienced by passengers earlier this summer cannot be repeated. The Department and I are getting updates on that. The evidence I am looking for is the safe movement of passengers through security so they can get their flights, particularly in the run-up to Christmas. Last Saturday and Sunday, 100% of passengers cleared security in less than 30 minutes. This morning - again, the Department is continually in contact with the DAA – 100% of passengers again cleared security in less than 30 minutes. That would be the measure with which we can look at the success of the movement of passengers. They assured me they are equipped, have contingencies in place and have a task force ready if needed. As I said, I am getting weekly updates on that. I understand the importance, as we all do, of ensuring our passengers are getting through during busy times. They are giving me assurances that is all in hand. As I said, I am in regular contact to make sure people can come into the country or leave over the Christmas period safely and that everything is well managed.