Paul Donnelly
Question:326. Deputy Paul Donnelly asked the Minister for Finance if he will seek EU funding in 2025 to purchase two additional mobile X-ray scanner trucks for the Revenue Commissioners. [46399/24]
View answerWednesday, 22 January 2025
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I am advised by Revenue that it operates mobile container x-ray scanners and x-ray backscatter vans to examine containerised freight and vehicles. The funding for the latest x-ray van will be largely drawn from the next planned round of Customs Control Equipment Instrument (CCEI) funding stream.
These scanners are sufficient for Revenue’s current operational requirements which it keeps under continuous review, having regard to ongoing risk evaluation and evolving operational needs.
This Government has been consistent in its strong support for ensuring that Revenue has the necessary resources to fulfil its mandate in respect of functions that are critical for its effective functioning as a tax and customs administration and I remain open to considering any proposals from Revenue for additional resources that will support its work.