Michael McNamara (Clare, Independent) | Oireachtas source

The programme for Government recognises the value of our aviation sector in supporting economic development, international connectivity and tourism via our airports. On 18 June, the Taoiseach said of Shane Ross, the former Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, "I don't think he gets the regions ... both Shannon and Cork have huge roles to play [if we are to be serious about] rebalancing the [State]." Today Shannon Airport is seeking redundancies. Some Shannon Heritage sites are closed, and others are closing at the end of August. There is no balanced regional development. The same company is keeping sites open in Dublin. When will the Taoiseach introduce legislation to rebalance our aviation sector and ensure we have balanced development across that sector?

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