Vital boost and 20 new jobs as Shannon gets four new British routes

SHANNON AIRPORT has been given a significant boost as Aer Arann and Aer Lingus have announced four new routes to Britain.

From July 1 Aer Lingus Regional, operated by Aer Arann, will provide direct flights to Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow and Bristol from Shannon Airport. Flights to Manchester and Glasgow will operate seven days per week, while Bristol and Birmingham will operate every day except Saturdays.

Flights go on sale from tomorrow, with fares starting at €39.99 one way, including taxes.