Shannon Airport legislation
Paschal Donohoe asked whether legislation would implement proposed changes involving Shannon Airport. The Tánaiste said plans concerning Shannon Airport and Shannon Development would be announced shortly, with any need for legislation considered afterward.
I understand the Cabinet made a decision during the week to separate Shannon Airport from the Dublin Airport Authority. Does the Tánaiste expect that legislation will be required to give effect to that decision and, if so, when can we expect to see it before the House?
Comment on this
The Cabinet has discussed proposals to combine the Shannon Airport Authority and Shannon Development. The Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport will announce plans for Shannon Airport and Shannon Development in the coming days. The issue of legislation is one that may arise at some point afterwards.