'Devastating' move by Ryanair has airports 'on their knees'

Many Ryanair flights to and from Cork Airports have been operating with fewer than 10 passengers on board. Picture: Larry Cummins.

Cork and Shannon airports are "on their knees" and will need massive State support to survive the winter, airport bosses have warned.

Ryanair has confirmed it will close its bases at both airports for the winter season following the collapse of international travel due to the Covid-19 pandemic.