Steven Matthews (Wicklow, Green Party) | Oireachtas source

I am in Leinster House. I thank the witnesses for their attendance and their submissions, which outline the struggles at Shannon Airport. When we reviewed the national development plan, this committee, including Senator Garvey, Deputy Cathal Crowe and others, strongly recommended a rail spur link to serve the airport, as it would be beneficial. Would the witnesses support such a move and would it assist the airport, giving confidence to others that Shannon remains a firm priority for the Government? Would it assist in getting more passengers to Shannon and would there be other applications and uses for that rail spur and connectivity? How would the witnesses consider that?