'Significant delays' and cancelled flights at Dublin Airport over technical issue

DOZENS of flights due to depart of arrive at Dublin Airport are being affected by a technical issue. 

As the UK national air traffic control service, NATS, is working to resolve a technical issue, dozens of flights are delayed or cancelled. 

"Air Traffic Control issues in the UK today are resulting in delays and cancellations to some flights into and out of Dublin Airport. We advise all passengers due to travel today to check the status of their flight with their airline in advance of travelling," said Dublin Airport on Twitter.

They updated: "UK airspace is not closed but @NATS has applied air traffic flow restrictions to ensure they can maintain safety. Please contact your airline for the very latest status of your flight."