FINDING a replacement carrier for Donegal Airport following the collapse of Stobart Air is the Department of Transport’s priority.
Donegal County Council says it has been in contact with Carrickfinn in the wake of Stobart’s liquidation and that it will continue to engage over the coming days.
“My thoughts first and foremost go the staff of Stobart, who have served the airline so well and are now facing redundancy on the back of this decision,” said Cathaoirleach Rena Donaghey.
“Donegal Airport is a critical access point for business and tourism related travellers, as well as locals travelling to and from Dublin.
“The council has been in contact with the management of Donegal Airport and understands that work on identifying options to have a replacement carrier for the Dublin route is a priority for the Department of Transport and that the airport will work closely with them on this in the coming days.
“The council will continue to support and work with the airport to ensure that it retains its place as the preferred airport of choice for people travelling to Glasgow as well as using Dublin for both final destination and through travel to other international areas served from there.”
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