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Aer Lingus is being urged to reconsider it's decision to close its cargo base at Shannon Airport The IAG group has confirmed it cease operations at the facility by the end of the year as "Cargo volumes at Shannon have declined by half in recent years and haven't recovered post Covid". It's understood around 30 people are employed at the facility and the International Airlines Group says it will commence a consultation process with staff representatives to explore options. Clare Senator and Oireachtas Transport Committe Member Timmy Dooley has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan that ideally Aer Lingus should aim to retain the service, its vital the workforce receive fair treatment.