Jack Chambers (Dublin West, Fianna Fail)
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I thank the Deputy for his continued interest in this matter.

In the context of supporting greater connectivity on the island of Ireland, the Government agreed ‘to take forward a review of the potential for Government support to renewed viable air routes from Cork to Belfast and Dublin to Derry, working with the UK Government and Northern Ireland Executive to deliver improved connections as a priority’ as part of its commitments under New Decade New Approach.

As the Deputy is aware my Department has progressed a desk-based review to inform this commitment, which Minister Ryan and I are considering in consultation with Government colleagues. Also being taken into consideration is the material most recently provided by City of Derry Airport (CODA).

Engagement on this matter will continue between my Department, the Northern Ireland Executive and the UK Government, as appropriate.