UK updates carrier guidance with new ETA transition rules and Ireland-specific exemptions
Ireland keeps ‘expired IRP’ travel concession alive for Easter rush
European Commission ruling puts Dublin Airport night-flight ban on ice
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EY warns Irish multinationals of mobility fallout from escalating Middle-East conflict
EY’s 16 March mobility alert warns Irish companies that deteriorating security conditions in parts of the Gulf are already disrupting visa processing and could force emergency evacuations or remote-working arrangements. Employers should activate crisis protocols, review tax and immigration implications, and brief staff on official travel guidance.
Emirates customers face Dublin–Dubai uncertainty after sudden schedule changes
Dublin–Dubai passengers experienced last-minute timetable chaos on 16 March when Emirates briefly pulled two of its three daily flights from Dublin Airport’s departure listings before reinstating them. The episode, linked to knock-on delays in Dubai, underscores the need for Irish travellers and employers to check live flight data and maintain flexible itineraries.
US airlines urge swift removal of Dublin Airport’s 32-million passenger cap
Lobby group Airlines for America told lawmakers on 14 March that Dublin Airport’s long-standing 32 million-passenger limit is distorting competition and must be removed without delay. The cap, currently suspended pending court cases, has already forced US carriers to freeze planned route expansions, driving up fares and threatening Ireland’s attractiveness for foreign investment. The Transport Minister plans legislation to scrap the ceiling, but community groups will seek tougher noise controls. Corporates should expect ongoing capacity tightness until the issue is resolved.