Extra €22m in supports announced for Shannon and Cork airports under aviation aid package: Deputy Joe Carey
Shannon Airport will benefit from a revised €80 million funding package for the crisis-hit aviation sector, Clare TD Joe Carey announced this evening. The Government confirmed an extra €48 million in support for next year in addition to those already announced in Budget 2021. As part of the funding, Shannon and Cork airports will receive […]
‘Government must move now to restore connectivity and strategic routes at Shannon Airport’ – Clare TD
The Government must focus on restoring connectively at Shannon Airport and safeguarding strategic routes as rapid testing for air passengers comes into effect this week, a Clare TD has said. Deputy Joe Carey was speaking ahead of the introduction of the EU’s ‘Traffic Light’ system at Shannon and Cork airports from this Thursday, which the […]
Government working on new ‘robust’ Covid test and screening system for Shannon and other airports: Deputy Joe Carey
The Government is working on bringing in a “robust” Covid-19 test and screening system for passengers at our airports, including Shannon, Transport Minister Eamon Ryan has confirmed to Clare TD Joe Carey. Deputy Carey, who is chair of the all-party Shannon Airport Oireachtas Group, has repeatedly called for a comprehensive testing and tracking system to minimise […]