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The commencement of a new “Dublin-Derry airlink” in 2026 was among the budgetary measures announced by the Irish Government on Tuesday.
The Government said this would enable regular air travel between the Republic of Ireland’s capital and Derry.
Announcing Budget 2026 in the Dail, Public Expenditure Minister Jack Chambers said the Government was “committed to supporting vibrant, inclusive and sustainable communities throughout Ireland”.
He said it would double resources for its “Shared Island initiative”, involving a further billion euro out to 2035.
Mr Chambers said 2026 will see progress on the Narrow Water Bridge and Ulster Canal restoration projects, and further programmes on tourism, bioeconomy and research.
The move was welcomed as “hugely positive for the entire northwest” by Sinn Fein.
Foyle MLA Padraig Delargy said: “City of Derry Airport has a huge role to play in our local economy, helping to connect communities and businesses across these islands.
“Sinn Fein in the Executive has been working to support the airport, and this additional service funded by the Irish Government will provide yet another boost.
“I’ll continue working with ministers and the other parties to unlock our region’s potential and drive its positive transformation.”
Welcoming the news that fights between City of Derry Airport and Dublin Airport are set to recommence, Londonderry Chamber of Commerce CEO, Anna Doherty, said: “Today’s announcement by the Irish Government that funding will be provided for re-opening the flight route between Derry and Dublin is very welcome news.
“The restoration of the Dublin route will provide crucial connectivity for the North West, opening up new opportunities for trade, investment and growth across our region.
“The City of Derry Airport acts as a key gateway for tourism and connectivity in the North West, and this flight route being restored for the first time since 2011 has the potential to be an economic catalyst for our region”
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