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Ireland is putting the army on standby to help alleviate staffing issues at Dublin Airport if the hub is hit by more shortages in the coming weeks.
The army will be made available if needed to assist the Dublin Airport Authority during the peak holiday season of July and August, Transport Minister Eamon Ryan told RTE Radio. The DAA fears a renewed surge in Covid-19 cases could worsen staff shortages, leading to even longer queues for passengers.
“The army we think could have a role that could free up about 100 of the airport’s own security staff who in the event of a difficult period could then be working in the main security center,†Ryan said. “The airport themselves came with this proposal.†Dublin has been one of numerous airports across Europe that has been hit by staffing issues as passenger numbers surge after a hiatus.