Kieran O'Donnell (Limerick City, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I wish Ms Hynes well in her new role. I am a Deputy representing Limerick city. Shannon Airport is synonymous with the city and is very important to it. I wish to take up a point on transatlantic business made by Deputy Breen in the discussion on what Shannon Airport brings. We need a counterpoint to the east side of the country. Shannon Airport brings the transatlantic option which the other airports do not have, but they are complementary. I agree with Deputy Breen. What marketing resources will Ms Hynes put into play to market the airport and promote the pre-clearance facility in order that Shannon Airport can become a transatlantic international hub? The way I see it, a rising tide lifts all boats. I am keen to concentrate on the distinguishing features of Shannon Airport over other airports along the western seaboard.

What is Ms Hynes's vision? If I were to ask her what she envisages for five years' time, how does she see Shannon Airport and the region in respect of the reorganisation, re-energising and reincarnation of the airport? What would she like to see? What does she expect to see? How will all of this benefit the region?