Paschal Donohoe (Dublin Central, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

In any answer to the Deputy I never said I was not interested in neutrality. I have explained clearly that I have responsibilities in this area in respect of aircraft, that is, to their safety, as well as safety within Ireland's airspace. All decisions I make in that regard are focused on these objectives and taken in consultation with the Departments of Foreign Affairs and Trade and Defence.

The Deputy asked about the safety of the aircraft and the materials being transported on board. As I have indicated previously, flights transporting dangerous goods that are granted exemptions are generally carrying munitions such as cartridges, ammunition and some categories of explosive devices and fuses. These must also be packaged securely and on passenger aircraft, they must be stored in the hold to ensure they are inaccessible during the flight.

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