I mentioned this in this forum:
http://www.pprune.org/passengers-slf...ml#post4924005 yesterday after watching an article yesterday lunchtime on BBC Two's Working Lunch.
From Wednesday (20th May), all new bookings made will have to check in online. No alternative. And yes, I believe Ryanair are going to charge £5/€5 for the privilege of performing this non-optional task.
When the check in desks and kiosks get shut down, Ryanair is planning on using the self service kiosks to offer a reprint service - yes, at a cost of £40/€40 per boarding card