Fidelma Healy Eames (Fine Gael)

On trade, Galway Airport, which according to a report compiled this year by Talbot is a link to 22,000 jobs locally, is at serious risk. It is stated in the report that these jobs are essential. Galway Airport is the link in terms of connectivity to international markets for exports.

Like me, and I am sure most other people here, Commissioner Rehn wants to see growth in our economy. Let the Government not be so stupid as to cut €2.3 million from the budget of Galway Airport which can maintain 22,000 jobs in the region and continue to provide an important link for exports, which will assist in increasing our national wealth.