Wester Rail Corridor Concerns addressed
Following consultations with commuters and constituents, I raised issues to do with online booking, timetabling and availability of services on the Ennis to Athenry (Western Rail Corridor) route in a letter to Iarnrod Eireann senior management some months back. The reply from Mr. Richard Fearn, Chief Executive, confirms that online booking will be made available […]
Govt plans represent a bold new beginning for Shannon Airport and the Mid West
Government plans to separate Shannon Airport from the Dublin Airport Authority and to merge it with Shannon Development represents a bright new day, not only for the Airport but for the entire Mid West Region. Shannon Airport has been neglected for years, with decisions regarding its future continually being put on the long finger. The […]
Transaero Engineering expansion welcome
I was at the opening of Transaero Engineering in Shannon earlier. The company, which is the second largest airline in Russia, has plans to train up to 15 new apprentices this year and hopes to expand staff in line with larger business contracts. I also welcome the statement by An Taoiseach Enda Kenny today that […]