Ryanair to fire salvo at Gatwick

Ryanair and bmibaby intend to challenge easyJet’s dominance at Gatwick Airport. Ryanair has so far been restricted at London’s second biggest airport due to high landing charges.

But industry sources say Europe’s largest budget airline recently applied for two runway slots.

Ireland’s first chief science advisor

Dublin: The Irish Software Association has welcomed the naming of Ireland’s first chief science advisor, Dr Barry McSweeney.

“We’re very encouraged by the government’s announcement,” said Cathal Friel, chairman of the Irish Software Association.