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Ryanair claims travel restrictions are unconstitutional
Summary
Ryanair has filed a High Court action to set aside what it calls unconstitutional international travel restrictions announced by the Irish Government on 21 July 2020. The airline argues that the measures, which prohibit travel outside Ireland except for essential purposes and require a 14‑day self‑isolation for those returning from non‑green‑list countries, are effectively mandatory regulations presented as advice. Ryanair claims the restrictions are unlawful, disproportionate, and detrimental to its business, breaching the 1970 and 2020 Health Acts, the European Convention on Human Rights and the European Charter of Fundamental Rights. The airline seeks orders setting aside the measures and declarations that the Government has unlawfully encroached on the Oireachtas's legislative prerogatives and acted outside its powers. The State denies the measures are mandatory and says they are necessary, proportionate and transparent responses to the global health emergency. The case will return to court in mid‑August.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Ryanair claims travel restrictions are unconstitutional. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision
When:
- July 21st Other
- 1970 and 2020 Other
- 2020-07-31 Publication
Places mentioned
- High Court
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