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DAA's action against Traveller families over new runway land is resolved

Summary

In March 2021 the High Court concluded proceedings initiated by the Dublin Airport Authority (DAA) concerning Traveller families residing in the exclusion zone around the airport's new North runway. The DAA had sought orders and injunctions to obtain vacant possession of land in Collinstown, previously leased to Fingal County Council for Traveller accommodation. The DAA claimed the McAleer family occupied the land without entitlement and required its vacating urgently for runway work. The families, represented by Quinn & Reynolds Solicitors and the Free Legal Advice Centres (FLAC), denied wrongdoing and opposed the action, citing up to 30 years of residence. The injunction application had been adjourned for out‑of‑court discussions; the court was informed that the dispute had been resolved and could be adjourned until after Easter. The terms of the settlement remain confidential. The resolution was welcomed by FLAC, who said it prevented serious consequences for their client.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: DAA's action against Traveller families over new runway land is resolved. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision

When:

• 2021-03-23 Publication

Why: The DAA said it needed the lands vacated as a matter of urgency in order to carry out work on the new runway. CNI source report

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Stage Hearing Or Decision

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