Seanad debates

Wednesday, 13 November 2002

Tourism Industry: Statements.

 

I am sure the Minister of State, Deputy Michael Ahern, will agree that the development of Cork Airport is of major importance to the region. I beg to differ with Senator Daly in respect of his comments about Shannon Airport which has been crying wolf for many years to the disadvantage of Cork Airport which we must consider in the context of the service it delivers to the region and the reliance industry in general, but primarily the tourism sector, has on it. Cork Airport must be developed in conjunction with our major plans for the development and promotion of the tourism sector in the south west region. Another terminal should be built at the airport. I would be extremely cautious about any plan to sell off part or all of the airport because it is an essential part of the entire machine which provides massive assistance for the social and economic life of the south west. The airport is as important as any other facet of tourism policy in this area.

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