David Norris (Independent)

On the situation in Aer Lingus, some speakers may have given the impression that Aer Lingus is being downgraded to a second rate airline, but I do not believe that. I have just returned to Ireland having taken several flights with Aer Lingus. Despite the fact that it has been pushed into a situation where the service is pared down in terms of the provision of meals and so on, in my experience the attitude of the staff is quite outstanding. That is what marks the difference between Aer Lingus and so many other airlines. We should recognise the marvellous work done by the cabin crew and other staff of what is a great national airline.