The Government will take "any steps" needed to tackle drone disruption at Dublin Airport, the Public Expenditure Minister has said.
Paschal Donohoe's comments come after flights were suspended at the airport again on Thursday night - the sixth such incident this year.
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary has said Transport Minister Eamon Ryan should resign if he does not take immediate action.
Mr O'Leary earlier told Newstalk Breakfast: "If this was somebody blocking a bicycle lane in Ranelagh, he would be on it before lunchtime".
Responding, Minister Paschal Donohoe told The Pat Kenny Show the issue will be dealt with.
"Eamon Ryan will respond back comprehensively to the difficulty that is there," he said.
"We are well aware of the challenges that are being faced by commuters at Dublin Airport.
"Any steps the Government needs to take to deal with this matter, we will".
Further energy credit
Meanwhile, Minister Donohoe said the Government has not ruled out further credits in the autumn.
The last of three €200 energy credits to help reduce electricity bills will be paid out to households this month.
The Government opted against further universal supports during the summer; however, that could change as the weather gets colder.
"We will consider whether a further energy credit is needed in the context of the budget," said Minister Donohoe.
"Things are hard, prices are going up for many at the moment - the rising cost of commuting, the rising cost of food is having such a big impact.
"What we are trying to do is be honest to say, 'We can't help with every additional cost'.
"If any government begins to say, 'We can help with every additional cost,' we are on the way to creating our own economic shock here in Ireland.
"We can help enough to, I believe, make a difference," he added.
