I thought that Ryanair announced they would not expand routes out of Manchester a few years ago, after the PLC impounded one of their 1-11's. Or was it a 737?
And how will established airlines such as BACX feel about reduced handling charges to Ryanair? Or will Ryanair pay the same rates as everyone else? If so, would they come to an airport with a higher cost base - surely they'd prefer to expand out of Liverpool?