Calls for aviation sector rescue package as thousands set to lose jobs

Calls for a rescue package for the aviation industry in Ireland are becoming louder as Ryanair and Aer Lingus look to shed thousands of jobs between them.

The union representing workers in all Irish-based airlines, airports and authorities, Fórsa, said the weakened industry could be "unrecognisable" by the end of the year, with regional airports "particularly vulnerable".