Ryanair boss apologises over ‘rapists’ comment

18-09-2026 17:54 via standard.co.uk

Ryanair boss apologises over ‘rapists’ comment

The billionaire was heavily criticised by politicians after he said it was ‘absolutely’ appropriate to describe competitor airlines as ‘rapists’.

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