Ryanair check in plan to result in job losses

Ryanair's decision to abolish the traditional airport check-in desks will result in approximately 50 job losses at Dublin airport and a drop in revenue from desk rental of approximately €250,000 to the Dublin Airport Authority (DAA). Ryanair currently employ in the region of 100 check in staff at Dublin. An airline spokesman has indicated that the move to web based check in will result in a headcount reduction of more than 50%. The staff affected will be free to 'apply for Ryanair vacancies abroad', since Ryanair is currently not recruiting in Ireland.

The check-in function is outsourced at both Shannon and Cork airports where a pro-rata reduction in headcount is envisaged.