In a statement, daa said the approval, issued within the statutory 18-week timeframe, provides "much-needed clarity and certainty" within the expected period for such determinations. The airport operator also described the development as a key investment in community facilities and engagement.
A total of 115 flights were cancelled at Dublin Airport as of 8pm yesterday evening due to high winds brought by Storm Amy. Meanwhile, 18 inbound flights were diverted to other airports, and many outbound and inbound flights were experiencing delays due to the weather conditions affecting several airports across Ireland and the UK. This resulted in many passengers stranded at Dublin Airport terminals awaiting rebooking arrangements following cancellations or waiting for their delayed flights.
The MetroLink plans to provide a high-frequency rail connection from Swords to Charlemont, linking Dublin Airport with the city centre and reducing pressure on the existing Luas and bus networks. There will be 16 stations along the route from Swords to Ranelagh, most of which will be underground. An Coimisiun Pleanala decided to grant permission generally in accordance with an inspector's recommendation, which is contained in a 1,600 page report.
