Sir, – I note the installation of automatic passport readers at Dublin Airport later in year ("Dublin Airport e-gates to allow 'speedier' security checks", August 7th).
A very considerable number of passengers arriving at the airport are travelling within the Common Travel Area of the UK and Ireland.
The UK airports are able to operate free movement for such travellers without seeking passenger identification.
Irish authorities seek identification from all passengers resulting in employment of extra staff and now the expense of automated equipment.
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So much for talk about Brexit and free movement. – Yours, etc,
JOHN BARNEWELL,
Stillorgan,
Co Dublin.