Menu
02/08/2016
Concerns Raised Over Ryanair's Reduction In Services Between L'Derry And London
Concerns have been raised after Rynair announced it is to cut down its services between the City of Derry Airport and London.
The airline said the reason for the move was to pivot growth away from the UK towards Europe.
However, SDLP Foyle MLA Mark H Durkan described the announcement as a "bleak omen".
He said: "Before the 23 June, industry leaders and experts, including Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary, warned that Brexit would damage economic growth and act as a barrier for businesses operating in the North.
"Ryanair's move to scale back services in the North, only months after announcing new routes from Belfast, is evidence that the toxic fallout from the EU referendum is already having a decidedly negative impact on our economic future.
"Our people recognised that our economy is better served by remaining a full member of the European Union. We have not given our consent for a change in our constitutional status that has already proven itself to be harmful to business growth."
(CD/LM)
The airline said the reason for the move was to pivot growth away from the UK towards Europe.
However, SDLP Foyle MLA Mark H Durkan described the announcement as a "bleak omen".
He said: "Before the 23 June, industry leaders and experts, including Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary, warned that Brexit would damage economic growth and act as a barrier for businesses operating in the North.
"Ryanair's move to scale back services in the North, only months after announcing new routes from Belfast, is evidence that the toxic fallout from the EU referendum is already having a decidedly negative impact on our economic future.
"Our people recognised that our economy is better served by remaining a full member of the European Union. We have not given our consent for a change in our constitutional status that has already proven itself to be harmful to business growth."
(CD/LM)
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
29 February 2024
Two Arrests Made During North Belfast Search Operations
Two arrests have been made by detectives from the PSNI's Paramilitary Crime Task Force (PCTF) following a number of searches in the north Belfast area today, Thursday, 29th February.
Two Arrests Made During North Belfast Search Operations
Two arrests have been made by detectives from the PSNI's Paramilitary Crime Task Force (PCTF) following a number of searches in the north Belfast area today, Thursday, 29th February.
12 February 2024
New Pilot Scheme Announced To Test Filming NI Appeal Court Judgements
A new pilot scheme to film the deliver of judgments in the Court of Appeal in Northern Ireland, has been announced by the Lady Chief Justice, Dame Siobhan Keegan. It is understood that during the pilot scheme, none of the judgements will be broadcast, but the filming used to test the process and inform future decisions.
New Pilot Scheme Announced To Test Filming NI Appeal Court Judgements
A new pilot scheme to film the deliver of judgments in the Court of Appeal in Northern Ireland, has been announced by the Lady Chief Justice, Dame Siobhan Keegan. It is understood that during the pilot scheme, none of the judgements will be broadcast, but the filming used to test the process and inform future decisions.
23 January 2024
£115,000 Announced For Belfast 'Grey To Green' Initiative
Funding of almost £115,000 has been announced to progress new 'green projects' in Belfast, as part of the 'A Bolder Vision for Belfast' initiative.
£115,000 Announced For Belfast 'Grey To Green' Initiative
Funding of almost £115,000 has been announced to progress new 'green projects' in Belfast, as part of the 'A Bolder Vision for Belfast' initiative.
22 March 2024
Ministers Commit To Delivery Of Key Social And Economic Projects
The Infrastructure and Finance Ministers have outlined their joint commitment to delivering projects that will bring social and economic benefits for communities across the north.
Ministers Commit To Delivery Of Key Social And Economic Projects
The Infrastructure and Finance Ministers have outlined their joint commitment to delivering projects that will bring social and economic benefits for communities across the north.
02 February 2024
Alliance Calls For Swifter Implementation On Gynaecological Services
Alliance has urged for swifter implementation of gynaecological services in Northern Ireland. Although welcoming the recommendations in the "Getting It Right First Time" report on gynaecology across Northern Ireland, Alliance Health representatives have warned that implementation is already lagging.
Alliance Calls For Swifter Implementation On Gynaecological Services
Alliance has urged for swifter implementation of gynaecological services in Northern Ireland. Although welcoming the recommendations in the "Getting It Right First Time" report on gynaecology across Northern Ireland, Alliance Health representatives have warned that implementation is already lagging.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:Dry with clear skies this evening. Patchy cloud will increase at times overnight, but some clear spells too. Light winds and some patchy shallow mist or fog towards dawn. Minimum temperature 2 °C.
