Re: Tom "Unfortunately, this move by Ryanair brings into clear focus the kind of inexperience there is now in the board of the new Cork Airport Authority."
I think you are being a bit unfair in general. As someone who does fly to dublin on 'expenses' as you put it, I am far from impressed with the RE service offering to date. I do remember a time flying ORK-DUB on 732s and BAC1-11s with EI and in fact are constantly reminded of that fact everytime I board those luxurious ATRs. There is little doubt in my mind that the FR service to dublin will bring a welcome boost in service levels and a general reduction in flight costs. This is what competition is all about at the end of the day and is something that all businesses need to adapt to.