Cian O'Callaghan (Dublin Bay North, Social Democrats)

According to EU Regulation No. 952/2013, customs authorities have the right to inspect goods entering or leaving the customs territory of the EU to ensure compliance with applicable laws. Article 42 of the EU customs code grants customs authorities the right to carry out inspections to verify the compliance of goods with customs regulations. This includes the authority to inspect aircraft and their cargo. I am asking the Minister with responsibility for this to ensure that the obligations are being met. If he is not willing to carry out inspections of military aircraft, how can he be certain that the obligations are being met?

I ask him again. Will he ensure these aircraft are inspected for compliance with our obligations under the EU customs and VAT codes?

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