Séamus Brennan (Dublin South, Fianna Fail)

I have asked that they come back to me in the next two weeks with their views on the financial information. The information is straightforward. It is laid out in working papers prepared by PricewaterhouseCooper and other financial advisers. It indicates projections for the three airports. The information is not a great secret in many ways. It indicates that Shannon and Cork airports will continue to be under pressure, which is the reason I want to do this. They should have a fresh start. It also indicates that Dublin Airport is under performing in terms of revenue with the number of passengers increasing and profits decreasing. There is, therefore, a need for action. I hope to take on board, in a sensible way, the reports from the trade unions.

I am not trying to provoke industrial action. At the same time, however, I will not be intimidated by suggestions of action.

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