Billy Lawless (Independent) | Oireachtas source

I thank Mr. Sean Kennedy for his detailed presentation. He actually shocked me with the implications of Brexit for air services. I fly regularly into Heathrow Airport to get back to Dublin from Chicago. I am concerned by it as I use air miles. One can be re-routed by the airline because of what seats are available. The implications that there is no agreement when Brexit comes in are frightening. I am available anytime to meet with Mr. Sean Kennedy’s association, whether here or in Chicago.

There has been a 13% increase in traffic every year from the US since The Gathering. The tourism industry is vital to the country but we are in uncertain times with Brexit. However, Mr. Sean Kennedy said the open skies policy will stop. It is critical we have an open skies policy between Ireland, the US and Britain. I would be prepared any time to meet with Mr. Sean Kennedy’s people.