Latest PR storm Michael O’Leary’s most difficult to calm

Embattled Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary has a knack for finding his way out of a jam.

In 2003, frustrated at being caught in traffic in his native Westmeath, the businessman registered his Mercedes as a taxi, allowing him to avoid the gridlock and zip through the restricted access bus lanes instead.

His latest predicament, however, may yet prove his most difficult to fix. Ryanair, faces a compensation bill of up to €20m for the flight cancellations “mess”.