Huge security operation underway 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 force has declared an extraordinary event and it will see gardaí perform 10,000 12-hour shifts between Friday and Sunday. US President Donald […]
The Republic of Ireland is gearing up for a significant security operation as US President Donald Trump prepares to visit the country. The An Garda Síochána, the Irish police force, have declared the visit an extraordinary event, planning to deploy 10,000 12-hour shifts for their officers between Friday and Sunday. Trump is scheduled to touch down at Dublin Airport on Saturday morning, marking the beginning of a two-day visit.
Traffic disruptions and traffic restrictions will be prevalent in Dublin and County Clare throughout his stay.
Two water cannon will be sent from Northern Ireland to bolster security. Trump's itinerary includes a visit to Phoenix Park, where he will meet Irish President Catherine Connolly at Áras an Uachtaráin and Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin at Farmleigh House. Later, he will deliver a speech at the Deerfield Residence of US Ambassador Edward Walsh. On Sunday, Trump will attend the Irish Open at Trump International Golf Links in Doonbeg, County Clare. The golf tournament is the main event of his visit.
During his stay, Phoenix Park will be closed to the public, and attractions like Dublin Zoo and the Magazine Fort will be inaccessible. Traffic restrictions will be imposed on the M50 motorway, with peak times between 08:00-09:00 and 12:00 -13:00 local time. Additionally, there will be flight and drone restrictions around the airport and Doonbeg golf course. A temporary maritime exclusion zone will also be established on nearby rivers.
Normal airport operations are expected to continue at both Dublin Airport and Shannon Airport. However, visitors should expect additional time for travel due to potential road closures. On the Doonbeg side, access and traffic along the N67 will be restricted from 11 September until the evening of Sunday 13 September. Protest groups have been notified about the heightened security and the expected increased presence of gardaí.
Despite the security measures, locals seem to be maintaining a relaxed atmosphere, with many out enjoying their time.
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