Mr. Michael O'Leary:

Remarks generally will not have a negative effect but if the remarks are translated into action and Ireland sits there and allows additional levies to be imposed on aviation, it is not just Ireland's connectivity that will be threatened. With regard to the people who are involved in the green movement and are behind the green agenda, our tourism industry is huge and is very much dependent on low-cost access. We accept all of our passengers should pay an environmental charge but it should be fair and reasonable. I do not think the Minister's remarks will have an effect but if they are translated into continuing action that disadvantages peripheral countries around Europe, they could have a damaging effect in the future.