French air-traffic-controller strike enters final day, forcing widespread cancellations on Ireland–France routes
Ryanair cancels 190 flights on 16 May as pan-European cabin-crew strike hits Irish schedules
Record surge in Indian enrolments sparks talk of visa cap for Ireland’s September 2026 intake
Latest News
Council of Europe migration declaration gives Ireland wider discretion on deportations
Ireland backed a new Council of Europe declaration on 15 May that affirms states’ sovereign right to deport foreign criminals and clarifies limits on medical-based appeals. The non-binding text is expected to influence Irish deportation guidelines and could pave the way for EU-wide "return hubs". Companies should anticipate a stricter removal regime affecting foreign staff who fall out of status.
Justice Minister signals tougher asylum stance, says Ireland must cut applications
Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan told the Irish Independent on 15 May that he intends to cut the number of asylum claims and hinted at faster inadmissibility procedures. The statement signals fresh policy moves that could tighten Ireland’s migration channel just as firms battle labour shortages.
DAA hits back at Ryanair in row over €5.6 billion Dublin Airport expansion and passenger charges
On 15 May, Dublin Airport operator DAA rejected Ryanair’s criticism of its €5.6 bn expansion plan and defended a proposed increase in passenger charges. The row highlights the tension between keeping costs low for airlines and funding infrastructure needed to meet record traffic demand—issues that will influence airfare pricing, route availability and the Government’s review of Dublin’s passenger cap.