South Antrim MLA, Danny Kinahan has called on Belfast International
Airport to reconsider their planned cut backs the number of Airport
Police.
The Ulster Unionist said:
“If the Airport must cut the number of police let's make sure that it
is necessary, proportionate and as a last resort. I would like to
seek some clarification over the opportunities for re-employment and
if the PSNI can adequately cover the losses should there be an attack
on the Airport. At a time when the terrorism level in the UK remains
at severe, it is vital that our airports have adequate protection.’
“We need to ensure that a full and proper assessment of the Airport’s
security needs takes place on a regular basis. I would also like to
know what plans have been put in place to re-strengthen the police
force at the Airport should the threat level increase.’
“It is vital that we ensure that the public are not placed in any
danger , so I call on the airport to rethink the cutbacks.’