Tommy Broughan (Dublin North East, Labour)
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Question 78: To ask the Minister for Finance his views on the impact of the €10 air travel tax on the Irish aviation industry; if he has undertaken any research in this regard; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31110/10]

Brian Lenihan Jnr (Dublin West, Fianna Fail)
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The air travel tax was one of a number of Budgetary measures introduced recently that was necessary in the context of an overall response to the fiscal challenges we face. I have stated before that I believe the impact of the tax on passenger numbers is being overstated, however, my officials will continue to monitor the impact of the tax.