"A 32 million passenger cap, a planning condition issued by the airport's local authority, has long come under legal and political scrutiny. But Minister for Transport Darragh O'Brien secured Cabinet sign-off to address the matter through legislation on Tuesday. In a statement, he said: "This Government recognises the strategic importance of Dublin Airport as our primary international gateway, and the contribution it makes to our economy. "Today, I sought agreement to pursue a legislative course of action to bring much-needed clarity to all stakeholders.""
""We hope this process can move swiftly to give Dublin Airport the ability to meet the strong and growing demand from passengers and airlines worldwide to fly in and out of our national gateway, safeguarding Ireland's connectivity, jobs, tourism and wider economic growth. DAA has done, and continues to do all it can, to have the passenger cap lifted through the planning process and remains committed to working with all stakeholders to see the cap removed as soon as possible.""
A 32 million passenger cap imposed as a planning condition has faced legal and political scrutiny. The Minister for Transport secured Cabinet approval to pursue legislation to address the cap and bring clarity to stakeholders. The Government recognizes Dublin Airport as the primary international gateway and its economic contribution. DAA submitted an application in December 2023 to raise the cap and to develop new piers, aircraft stands and an Integrated Transport Centre. The Programme for Government commits to lifting the cap. The Minister intends a targeted legislative solution and DAA welcomed the move while continuing planning and stakeholder engagement.
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