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OPINION: Underutilised Kerry Airport: A solution to Dublin’s capacity crunch?

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By Sean Moriarty 

As Dublin Airport grapples with a passenger cap that threatens to disrupt travel plans and harm the economy, the underutilised Kerry Airport emerges as a potential solution.

Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary met with government officials this week to discuss the issue. It is time to explore the viability of scheduling some flights to the southwestern hub.

While Dublin Airport has reached its capacity limit of 32 million passengers per year, Kerry Airport remains significantly below its potential.

With ample runway space and modern facilities, it could accommodate a portion of the overflow from Dublin, easing congestion and ensuring smoother operations for both airports.

Adding flights to Kerry Airport would not only alleviate pressure on Dublin but also provide a much-needed boost to the local economy.

Increased passenger traffic could lead to job creation in the aviation sector, hospitality industry, and other related businesses.

Additionally, it would enhance Kerry's connectivity, making it a more attractive destination for tourists and business travellers.

Of course, there are challenges to be addressed. Infrastructure improvements may be necessary to accommodate the increased passenger flow, and coordination with airlines and other stakeholders will be crucial.

However, the potential benefits of utilising Kerry Airport more effectively outweigh the obstacles.

The government's decision to expedite the planning process for Dublin Airport's night flights is a step in the wrong direction.

Kerry Airport offers a viable option to alleviate the capacity issue at Dublin while also supporting regional development.

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Gardaí appeal for witnesses in Castleisland crash

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A woman in her 70s was critically injured following a single-vehicle car crash at Lisheenbaun, Castleisland.

The accident occurred at 11.40pm on Wednesday, December 10.

The female driver and sole occupant of the car was removed from the scene to Kerry University Hospital.

She remains in critical condition.

The road is closed pending a technical examination to be conducted by Garda Forensic Collision Investigators.

Local diversions are in place via Currow Village.

The N21 Castleisland–Tralee and N22 Tralee–Farranfore roads are not affected.
 
Gardaí are appealing for anyone who witnessed the collision to come forward.
 
Any road users who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) and were travelling on the N23 in the Lisheenbaun, Castleisland area between 11:20pm and 11:50pm are asked to make it available to investigating Gardaí.
 
Anyone with information is asked to contact Killarney Garda Station on 064-6671160, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.
 
Investigations are ongoing.

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New sports kit presented to Knockaderry National School

Knockaderry Farranfore National School received a new set of football and basketball jerseys and shorts this week, sponsored by the Manor West Hotel in Tralee and produced by MFC Sports. […]

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Knockaderry Farranfore National School received a new set of football and basketball jerseys and shorts this week, sponsored by the Manor West Hotel in Tralee and produced by MFC Sports.

The presentation was made by Manor West Hotel General Manager Ruth O’Sullivan and Senior Kerry footballer Joe O’Connor, who is Munster Area Development Manager with MFC Sports.
Pupils decorated the school hall in green and gold for the occasion and were excited to meet the visitors. The school thanked Manor West Hotel for its generous support and said the new kit will be well used in upcoming games.
“The children enjoyed the visit and decorated the hall in green and gold in anticipation of the presentation. The BOM and staff wish to thank Ruth and Manor West Hotel for their very generous sponsorship. The kit will certainly be put to good use,” said school principal Áine Daly.

Manor West Hotel said it was pleased to support the school and promote children’s sport and wellbeing. Knockaderry Farranfore NS, founded in 1888, now operates beside Farranfore GAA facilities, which the school uses regularly for training and matches.
“I would like to thank Joe and the MFC team for their incredible assistance in designing the kit. Who knows, we might even have a future Kerry All Ireland winner among us,” said Ruth O’Sullivan, General Manager, Manor West Hotel.

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