#FerryBOOST- Minister for Transport, Leo Varadkar has welcomed Irish Ferries decision as previously reported, to add two extra daily services on the Holyhead-Dublin route next month and with a new vessel to boost tourism and significantly increase freight capacity.

"This investment represents a significant increase in capacity on the route and is a real vote of confidence in our tourism industry. The timing of this announcement couldn't be more welcome, as we are preparing to build on the success of The Gathering next year," Minister Varadkar said.

"The importance of ferries to Irish tourism is often overlooked but they provide a vital link to the UK and Europe. "I'm also very glad to hear that Irish Ferries believes the Irish economy has turned a corner, and that the company is prepared to invest in extra capacity to service the freight sector."