Finian McGrath (Dublin North Central, Independent)
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Question 315: To ask the Minister for Transport if he will investigate opening up of flights between Shannon Airport and Havana Airport in Cuba in order to develop tourist links. [15959/06]

Martin Cullen (Waterford, Fianna Fail)
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A bilateral Air Transport Agreement between Ireland and Cuba was signed in 1991. Under this Agreement there is provision for flights for designated airlines between Ireland, including Shannon Airport, and Cuba. However there are currently no direct flights between the two countries. Persons wishing to fly to Cuba from Ireland may do so indirectly.

Decisions about opening up air services between Ireland and Cuba are a matter for the commercial judgement of airlines. There are no regulatory obstacles preventing the initiation of such services.