Call for Shannon-Ryanair fees deal to be reviewed

A government minister has called for a review of the “confidential” landing fees deal between Ryanair and Shannon Airport as part of an overhaul of the State’s draft aviation policy.

Sean Sherlock, the minister with responsibility for trade promotion and policy, said he has concerns that the draft policy could hamper growth at Cork Airport.

“Any national aviation policy must have a level playing field so that Cork and Shannon can compete for new business but from an equal footing,” he said.