Written questions

Air Routes: Northern Ireland

Lords · Question HL2561 · Tabled 14 Nov 2024 · Department for Transport · Official record

Answered 28 Nov 2024

Question

Asked by Lord Rogan

To ask His Majesty's Government what plans they have to encourage more competition between airlines on routes connecting Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

Answer

Answered by Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill, 28 Nov 2024

We recognise the importance of maintaining a thriving and competitive aviation sector in the UK that supports Union connectivity. The UK aviation market operates predominantly in the private sector, and it is for airports to invest in their infrastructure...