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Written question asked by Lord Weir of Ballyholme (Democratic Unionist Party) on Wednesday, 1 February 2023, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 15 February 2023. It was answered by Baroness Vere of Norbiton (Conservative) on Monday, 13 February 2023 on behalf of the Department for Transport.

Flybe: Insolvency

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the impact of Flybe entering into administration on air travel between Northern Ireland and Great Britain; and what steps they are taking to mitigate any impact.

Answer

The Government recognises that this will be a difficult time for Flybe’s passengers and staff. Our immediate priority has been to support people travelling home and employees who have lost their jobs. We are working closely with regional airports to understand the impacts on their businesses and local jobs.

Connectivity between Northern Ireland and Great Britain is currently very strong and has largely recovered to 2019 levels. This includes a number of competing services between Belfast and London, the Public Service Obligation (PSO) from Derry / Londonderry to London, and routes from Northern Ireland to several cities throughout Great Britain.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL5352
Session
2022-23
Subjects
Air routes Insolvency Northern Ireland Flybe
Link
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