Aer Rianta has statutory responsibility for the management, operation and development of the State airports, including the provision of facilities and services for aircraft and passengers as it considers necessary. The company has informed me it is company policy to ensure that the design and provision of facilities at the State airports are user friendly and accessible to all, including the elderly and persons with disabilities. The company has a pro-active policy on disability and has put in place a range of facilities and initiatives over the years which are designed to meet the needs of people with disabilities in their journey through the State airports.