The impact of the closure of Irish airspace due to volcanic activity in April 2010 was reflected in the sharp decrease in trips abroad by Irish residents and also in trips to Ireland made by overseas residents. While Irish residents made 161,500 fewer trips in April 2010, 151,300 less trips were taken to Ireland by Overseas residents compared to April 2009.
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