Economy and Employment Section 7.40 refers to the need to develop Cork International Airport to ensure it remains financially viable. While we recognise the importance of Cork Airport as an economic asset of the region, if the City is committed to a Just Transition, they should be encouraging alternative forms of transport, and supporting the development of alternative methods of transport linking Ireland with other countries. This should be done in line with the values of the Just Transition, and should provide support for staff and entreprise working in air travel, while we aim to decrease our reliance on it.
Make a clear effort to reduce flying and provide alternative forms of transport. Support those in the industry in their transition into new employment.
The climate crisis requires that we massively reduce our flying emissions, but we must do this in a way that is fair and sustainable.