Olivia Mitchell
Ceist:14 Deputy Olivia Mitchell asked the Minister for Transport if he will promote direct flights between Moscow and Dublin; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25601/07]
Amharc ar fhreagraDáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 6 December 2007
14 Deputy Olivia Mitchell asked the Minister for Transport if he will promote direct flights between Moscow and Dublin; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25601/07]
Amharc ar fhreagraMy policy objective is to ensure that Ireland is served by as wide a range as possible of safe and reliable air services for the benefit of business and tourism. A bilateral air service agreement between Ireland and the Russian Federation has been in place since March 1993, which facilitates direct services between Moscow and Dublin. I understand that a Russian airline is planning to operate a scheduled service between the two cities starting in 2008.