Feargal Quinn (Independent) | Oireachtas source

I support Senator Leyden's comments about Ireland West Airport Knock. I have had reason to go there a number of times recently. What impresses me is that this is not an area that said "The Government should do it for us". The people got up and did it themselves. There is a levy for every customer leaving and they have managed to succeed.

However, they have put it to the Government that there must be a level playing field. One cannot give an advantage to one airport over another. If we are going to succeed, let us continue on a level playing field. I was impressed by the enthusiasm of those involved in Ireland West Airport Knock compared to some of the activity throughout the country associated with the view that the Government should solve everything for us.

Senator Labhrás Ó Murchú referred to the debate and presentation due to take place at 4.30 p.m. in the audio-visual room. The Senator suggested the debate on this topic should be moderate and that we should be careful in the language we used. It would be worthwhile for everyone who gets a chance to drop into the audio-visual room at 4.30 p.m.