24-hour search and rescue to save lives
He was at the airport, with representatives of CHC Helicopter Corporation and the Irish Coast Guard where they reviewed the SAR (Search and Rescue) service, provided on a full 24-hour basis since June 10.
“We are thrilled that the Government made the investment which allowed us to restore the 24-hour service off the south east, one of the busiest stretches of coastline in the country. And the investment continues with the development of a building to house the main operation.