Taoiseach Simon Harris expressed strong support for the refurbishment and runway extension project at Waterford Airport, stressing that it is important for the region’s development despite delays and opposition form officials who feel there are too many airports on the island.
His comments followed Transport Minister Eamon Ryan’s skepticism about the project’s business viability, which has contributed to ongoing uncertainties.
Harris reaffirmed the need to proceed with the project according to the agreed 2019 framework, which includes a 50-50 funding contribution between the state and private entities to ensure shared investment.
Senator John Cummins shared: “Clearly there hasn’t been a desire by the Minister of Transport to progress this project which is unfortunate. “It is only one of a handful of government departments without a Fine Gael Minister for the past couple of years and it is my hope that following the election, the new Minister of Transport will be a Fine Gael Minister to enable this critical piece of infrastructure to be delivered.”
