John O'Mahony (Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I thank the Minister for outlining the process that is starting. When Mr. Geoghegan appeared before the committee, he pointed out that there could be a second runway but less throughput of passengers in Dublin Airport than at present, which would be disastrous given the growth the airport needs. Everybody's rights need to be taken into account. I understand the Minister's explanation of the process. Is it possible that we could go through that entire process and reach the position Mr. Geoghegan described? Is there any other game in town rather than taking this route? Everybody wants the throughput of passengers to increase for this important hub. Is there a plan B if this runs into the sand?