Ryanair has been criticised for the tweet

Ryanair has been criticised for a tweet that was deemed "bad taste" after tweeting that "Immigrants flies Aer Lingus".

Aer Lingus is hitting headlines as it has been revealed two employees were arrested in relation to an international illegal immigrant smuggling network through Dublin Airport.

In response, Ryanair tweeted a picture of "man-sized catering" with the caption "Immigrants flies Aer Lingus".

The tweet has been widely criticised online with many saying it is in "bad taste" and "idiotic".

Labour TD Brendan Howlin said the tweet was an "unbelievably cheap shot from Ryanair".

"Low standards, made simple," Mr Howlin added.

Meanwhile at Dublin Airport, breaking catering news.... pic.twitter.com/GaKnchO1rF — Ryanair (@Ryanair) January 23, 2017

One user wrote: "This is disgusting and not ok."

While another said: "Idiotic, stupid and poor taste tweet. It also makes no sense and isn't even comedically intelligent. you've failed in every respect."

Unbelievably cheap shot from Ryanair. Low standards, made simple https://t.co/sC2btsgUjP — Brendan Howlin (@BrendanHowlin) January 23, 2017

A Ryanair spokesperson said: "While everyone loves our low fares, our social media posts may not cater to all tastes."

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