Wake up.
If you have applied to them, then surely you have done some research on how they operate.
If it is true that they are not hiring Irish pilots then it is probable this edict came from the top.
Irish pilots can be trouble, they are not desperate enough, they organise amongst themselves.
Better to hire some Hungarians who can be bullied.
In the long run you will be grateful that you were not 'chosen'.
Best of luck to you in the job hunt.