Junior Minister: Ryanair Won't Force Government's Hand After Threats To Close Cork And Shannon Bases

The airline is threatening to shut operations for the winter if the the EU travel list isn't implemented from the 13th of October.
The company claims Ireland has remained uniquely 'locked up' to travel within Europe since July 1st.
Junior Education Minister Niall Collins says there will be a lot of considerations:
Speaking to RedFM News Ryanair Chief Executive Officer Eddie Wilson says the Government's inaction on travel will have a detrimental impact long term:
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