It has told staff there it is proceeding with consultations that will aim to mitigate job losses in the event the base closes. A closure would affect about 200 staff members at the operation, which Aer Lingus opened in 2021. “While consideration of proposals for avoiding and/or reducing redundancies will continue, it is important to also address contingencies in the event that the base closes,” Aer Lingus said in a statement. The decision will not affect Aer Lingus or Aer Lingus Regional flights between Manchester and Ireland. About 40 pilots are employed by Aer Lingus at Manchester.

Source: Irish Independent January 08, 2026 20:54 UTC