The IAA is run weak-willed jobsworths. It is run according to 3 codes: a) jobs for the Aer Corps boys, so nothing will be said that might upset any of their "brothers-in-arms" from the glorious Baldonnel days. This means turning a blind eye to the transgressions of every major Irish airline. b) what the politicians say. Note how half the cabinet was at O'Learys wedding. c) money is king so god forbid we upset the biggest contributors.
Expect nothing from the IAA that doesn't tie in with the above agenda. As proper and effective safety regulation does not, expect no proper and effective safety regulation.