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Aviation industry in Shannon

Summary

Senator Conway seeks a debate with the Jobs Minister on developing aviation-related industries around Shannon, using Ireland’s aircraft-leasing expertise to create jobs.

I call on the Deputy Leader to arrange a debate on aviation and associated industries. Several aircraft leasing businesses based in Shannon are very successful. I gather we are No. 1 in the world when it comes to aircraft leasing.

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Denis O'Donovan An Leas-Chathaoirleach Fianna Fáil

The Senator's time is flying.

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Just to let you know, I have been interrupted. There are many aviation associated industries in which we could become proficient because we have a bank of knowledge that is unrivalled. Thousands of jobs could be secured as a result of the establishment of subsidiary aviation industries. The Government has stated it envisages Shannon Airport as a hub for this type of industry. I call on the Deputy Leader to arrange for the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Deputy Richard Bruton, to come to the House to discuss the aviation industry and how it can contribute to the recovery and development of the economy.

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Denis O'Donovan An Leas-Chathaoirleach Fianna Fáil

The Senator has made his point. I will have to ground him.

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