Seanad debates
Wednesday, 13 November 2002
Tourism Industry: Statements (Resumed).
I do not share Senator Daly's concern that low price trends will affect the viability of airlines such as Aer Lingus or Ryanair. Mr. Michael O'Leary, the chief executive of Ryanair, is a businessman who would not offer cheap fares unless he knew it was profitable to do so. The fact that he is making a profit proves the point that this is no gimmick. Competition is good and I hope Aer Lingus will continue to improve as a result, as it is currently demonstrating.
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