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Article: Expansion great for South Antrim - Burns.
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- Antrim Times (Antrim, Ireland)
- Article date:
- August 14, 2007
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SOUTH Antrim MLA Thomas Burns has spoke of his optimism as plans for Aer Lingus' expansion into Belfast International Airport were officially announced at Stormont.
Speaking at the press conference Mr Burns said the development was extremely good news and the big winners would be the travelling public, due to the increased competition for airline customers in Northern Ireland.
"This will drive down prices. Aer Lingus, Ryanair, Jet 2, BMI and Easyjet will all be competing against each other on several routes from Belfast International and George Best Belfast City Airport. In addition to this, individuals travelling to here from Britain, continental ...