IL wants Ryanair and Government heard about the exit from the Azores

IL/Açores has requested hearings with four entities to clarify contradictory statements regarding Ryanair's departure from the region and recent accusations affecting trust in regional institutions. The urgency of the hearings is emphasized by the party, aiming to understand the circumstances behind the airline's exit, which was announced in November 2025 and took effect in March 2026. The hearings will involve Ryanair, the Regional Government, Visit Azores, and ANA – Airports of Portugal, focusing on contractual obligations and the government's efforts to retain the airline. Nuno Barata, the sole IL deputy, stresses the need for accurate information to protect the credibility of regional institutions amid conflicting claims about contract breaches.