"'This should have been done years ago' - former TD and Defence Forces member Cathal Berry"
"The Government is racing to protect the country's maritime security ahead of Ireland hosting the presidency of the Council of the European Union this summer."
"Defence Minister Helen McEntee is bringing forward new legislation as a matter of urgency to bolster the ability of the Defence Forces to police national waters."
Defence Minister Helen McEntee is bringing forward urgent legislation to bolster the Defence Forces' capacity to police national waters. The legislation is being fast‑tracked to strengthen maritime security as Ireland prepares to assume the presidency of the Council of the European Union this summer. The Government is prioritizing protection of the country's maritime domain and addressing gaps in enforcement and surveillance. Former TD and Defence Forces member Cathal Berry stated, "This should have been done years ago," underscoring perceived long‑standing needs for enhanced maritime policing and national security measures.
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