Enhanced background check is causing hiring delays for airports

People who work at airports including those employed by businesses such as food and beverage outlets are subject to rigorous vetting since January 1. File picture

A new enhanced background check system is causing hiring delays for Irish airports and airlines ahead of the busy summer season, a response to a parliamentary question has revealed.

As of January 1 this year, a new enhanced background check (EBC) process has been required in advance of the issue of airport identification cards under EU aviation security laws.