The terminal extension in Shannon is superb, but the original boarding gates and departures / arrivals halls are in need for renovation, as are the air bridges. What I'm saying is that Cork is a superb piece of Airport infrastructure, probably the best terminal in Ireland, and for a city of its size the best airport in Europe.
I just wish that Tom would realise what a bargain the terminal is for €133m, but then Tom wants Taj Mahal (complete with 10 airbridges) and doesnt want to pay for it. If they can sell off landbanks they have an excellent future, even if it is at the expense of GA getting second priority. As for the runway being extended - get a life - even DUB cant justify a runway extension.
Unlike Brian, Cork is a great city to visit, and probably the only large town in Ireland where you still get an Irish Welcome.
I know the minister said that ORK would become debt free - but I presume that Ireland is the same as Billund - foolish to believe a politician.