Huge security operation under way for Trump’s visit to Ireland
An Garda Síochána (Irish police force) have described preparations for the US president's visit to the Republic of Ireland as "one of the biggest security and policing operations" ever undertaken by them.
The Irish police force, An Garda Síochána, has declared preparations for US President Donald Trump's two-day visit to Ireland as one of the largest security operations in their history. This extraordinary event will see 10,000 12-hour shifts by police officers from Friday to Sunday. Trump is scheduled to arrive at Dublin Airport on Saturday morning, Air Force One, and will spend the morning in Phoenix Park, visiting the President and Taoiseach.
The itinerary also includes a speech at the US Ambassador's residence and a golf tournament at Trump International Golf Links in Doonbeg, County Clare. Due to the visit, Phoenix Park will be closed to the public, and traffic restrictions will be in place on the M50 motorway and around Dublin Airport. Water cannon will be deployed from Northern Ireland.
Despite the increased security, locals describe the area as having a relaxed atmosphere, with spirits good. Visitors to the golf course will need to comply with strict security measures, including airport-style checks, and may face restrictions on access and parking.
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