Richard Bruton (Dublin Bay North, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

This is a very sensible approach. The local authorities along with private investors wish to develop the runway in Waterford Airport to allow the return of flights that will bring business and tourism opportunities. The Government has indicated we will provide a subvention towards it. However, of course those investors need to ensure the project is delivered according to the outline they have given. In seeking a subvention of this nature, the Government must take that care to protect the taxpayers' resource, albeit recognising that this is a very exciting prospect.

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