Kieran O'Donnell (Limerick City, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I hope some seasonal factor is taken into account, because relative to Dublin passenger numbers, a much higher level of numbers come through Shannon in the summer, rather than the winter months, yet the winter months are vital for connectivity in terms of transatlantic, Heathrow and other routes.

It is vital for us because we have both the business and tourism dimensions. We welcome that decision. Will the airport receive the funding at the end of this year?