Posted on July 08, 2010 by Fiona Hilliard

So it seems Ryanair and its Dublin- based PR machine, Murray Consultants have decided to go their separate ways.
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This week the two companies said there were no hard feelings and they had agreed to part on an “amicable and mutually agreed basis”.

Murray will pack their bags (no doubt, regulation cabin size) at the end of this month after failing to agree terms on a renewal of their contract.

Ryanair boss Michael O’ Leary thanked Murray for its services, saying “We part on the best of terms and with much regret.  “Now is an opportune time to invite other communications firms to tender for Ryanair’s business in Ireland and the UK.

Murray director Pauline McAlester was equally complimentary, saying “We thoroughly enjoyed the challenge of providing counsel given the diverse and exciting nature of Ryanair’s growth from a modest Irish operation to one of the world’s largest international scheduled airlines.”

Given the day that’s in it and everything I think it’s only right that we take a look at some of the controversies generated (and deftly defended) by the partnership over the years…

10. The Blogger Attack

9. The Fake Twitter Account

8. Controversial Mannekin Pis Ad in Belgium

7. Sick Bag Charges

6. Ryanair v Iberia Placard Campaign

5. Vote Yes To Lisbon (Ryanair gets political)

4. Fat Tax for Passengers

3. Ryanair Calendar Girls

2. Upright Seats on Ryanair Flights

1. Pay As You Go Toilets

What’s your favourite Ryanair story?  Leave a comment and let us know!