Flight delays are set to increase by 53% this year when compared to 2017, mainly as a result of strikes and capacity shortages I have asked the European Commission to develop an overflight system that would allow flight ...
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2,524 Irish people applied for 140 free Inter Rail tickets
Extra tickets expected to be released for Irish people in the Autumn A scheme which was launched earlier this month offering 140 free Inter Rail tickets to 18 years olds in Ireland saw 2,524 people from Ireland apply ...
Ireland is at risk of becoming a one airport nation.
Cork and Shannon Airports cannot be forgotten about while Dublin airport thrives. I am questioning the details announced yesterday by Transport Minister, Shane Ross in relation to the possibility of Dublin Airport getti ...
Irish Businesses Should Adopt UK Model of Flexible Work
This week I joined Employmum and DePuy Synthes to launch a campaign encouraging companies to ‘think flexibility’ when it comes to retaining key staff. We are calling on Irish businesses to adopt a model whic ...
Holidaymakers are being overcharged by unofficial websites
Many Irish holidaymakers travelling to America must register for an Esta (Electronic System for Travel Authorisation) form before they embark on their trip. However despite the Esta costing $14 on the official Esta websi ...
Moves to improve working conditions for transport workers
I have welcomed a comprehensive reform package for transport workers which has been approved by the European Parliament. They include better working conditions for drivers, including clarifications on minimum wage and re ...
Free Inter-Rail Tickets for Irish People
A scheme has been announced this morning which will offer 140 free Inter Rail tickets to 18 years olds across Ireland. The aim of scheme is to get young people interested in Europe and help young Irish people learn abou ...
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