Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 28 March 2017
646. Deputy Aengus Ó Snodaigh asked the Taoiseach and Minister for Defence if Naval Service vessels are equipped to detect submerged submarines; and if they have the means to force submarines to surface when necessary. [15321/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraMy priority as Minister with Responsibility for Defence is to ensure that the Defence Forces, including the Naval Service, have a modern and effective range of equipment which is line with best international standards, as required to fulfil all roles that are assigned to them by Government.
However, for operational and security reasons it is not possible to provide the information requested by the Deputy regarding the capability of Naval Service vessels.
