Irish domestic routes saved

Aer Arann, the Irish regional airline, and Loganair, the Scottish carrier, have landed new contracts to operate the public service obligation (PSO) routes Kerry – Dublin and Donegal – Dublin.  From 3 November, two return flights will operate daily in each direction.

However, Transport Minister Leo Varadkar, warned that the route might be re-evaluated based on passenger use: "Renewal of the contracts in 2014 will depend on how extensively the services are used, and on public finances.”

“People in Donegal or Kerry will be able to conduct commercial or personal business in Dublin and to return home the same day.

"It will also support the tourism industry in Donegal and Kerry, as tourists on relatively short breaks can reach their holiday destinations quickly through onward connections between Dublin and Donegal or Kerry,” he continued.

Ireland last week also lost a vital route when Ryanair pulled its Dublin – Cork service, blaming air taxes and airport charges. www.aerarann.ie www.loganair.co.uk

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