Michael McNamara (Clare, Independent) | Oireachtas source

As somebody who represents the Clare constituency, I completely understand the shock and anger that is out there. Many people have said this situation is solely attributable to the pandemic, that this would have happened regardless of anything the Government did and that Aer Lingus' loyalty to Shannon, in particular, and to its workers more generally, leaves a lot to be desired. To what extent do our guests think the policies adopted by the Government, in comparison to those adopted by other countries, contributed to the situation?

If they did not contribute to it that is great but if they did, what can the Government now do to seek to have the decision reversed? I thank Senator Craughwell for that speaking slot.