Varadkar rules out independent Cork Airport

The transport minister has ruled out giving Cork Airport any form of independence in the near future while it is saddled with large debts.

While the split will allow Shannon Airport to make independent decisions on airport fees and charges, and offer deals to attract new airlines and routes, Cork Airport will remain in the State’s ownership.

The announcement prompted Cork’s business and political leaders to call on Leo Varadkar to move quickly to give Cork Airport a “fighting chance” against the separate Shannon Airport.