Darren O'Rourke (Meath East, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

In regard to strategic connectivity and its importance for Ireland, and given a possible future with a reduced aviation sector, does Mr. Walsh see an increased role for public service obligation, PSO, or state-supported or state-sponsored routes in co-operation with airlines?

On a separate issue, in terms of restoring confidence that international travel can happen safely, and the role of digital technology and antigen testing in that, does Mr. Walsh see models that are being used internationally that have done that well? There is a concern, and it is a reality we experienced last summer, that international travel might contribute to the spread of the virus. We saw it in the west of Ireland, with busloads of American tourists, and that gave rise to fear and concern among communities. We need to get to a place where we can give people confidence and assurance that international travel can happen safely. Are there tools or examples of where that is done well, in Mr. Walsh's experience?