Shannon rendition flights 'not an issue'

The US ambassador to Ireland today said he doesn’t understand public concern about alleged secret rendition flights passing through Shannon Airport.

Wed, 27 Jun, 2007 - 16:01

The US ambassador to Ireland today said he doesn’t understand public concern about alleged secret rendition flights passing through Shannon Airport.

The Green Party wants a ban on US military flights refuelling at the Mid-West hub but the Irish Government has been assured by the US authorities that no illegal activity is occurring.

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