Wow the mention of TA from anywhere outside SNN/DUB seems to really rise some people. I agree it's unlikely, and not the priority (LONDON). But if they did secure a 4 weekly NY service, would it really be that upsetting?
I mentioned CBP merely to illustrate another example of market interference, but SNN was the natural choice.
I notice no one addressed the substantive point, should a minister be interfering in commercial negotiations to directly favour one business over another?