Michael Finucane (Fine Gael)

I wish to raise the breaches of security that led to attacks on aeroplanes at Shannon. The sensitivities of people regarding Shannon as a location for the landing of military aircraft have been known for many years and, therefore, I am amazed that the Government has been so slow to put in place proper security measures at the airport. It does not require a Cabinet decision to decide whether the Army should move in. I am extremely concerned that the way these attacks are portrayed in America may not result in a positive image of Ireland's position on this issue. I hope the Government will move in haste and resolve the security problem at Shannon.