Advertisement
News

Former soldier believes defence forces should not be called to Dublin Airport

Jul 3, 2022 09:29 By News Northern Sound
Former soldier believes defence forces should not be called to Dublin Airport
Share this article

The DAA plan to recruit soldiers to help with security.

Members of the country's defence forces should not be called into provide security at Dublin Airport.

That's according to Donnacha - a former soldier from Monaghan - who spoke to Shannonside Northern Sound this week about the DAA's plan to recruit soldiers at the facility.

Donnacha says pay restoration for members has not been forthcoming and their safety at the airport will be compromised due to the latest wave of Covid-19, and the fact that people have stopped wearing masks.

Advertisement

He added that members were entitled to the same protections "as everyone else" in the country, but the State shows "very little respect" for them.

Donnacha also pointed out that loyalty was to the fore in the defence forces and the establishment of a union to fight for pay and conditions was "out of the question".

Share this article
Advertisement
Advertisement

NorthernSound Newsletter

Sign up now to keep up to date with the latest news.

Processing your request...

You are subscribed now! please check your email to confirm your subscription.

Copyright © 2024 Northern Sound FM. Developed by Square1 and Powered by PublisherPlus