Cabinet to consider "all issues" in Aer Lingus takeover bid

The Public Expenditure Minister says the Cabinet will need to consider "all issues" relating to the Aer Lingus takeover bid. In a statement this morning, Aer Lingus's board recommended that shareholders accept a 1-point-3 billion euro from International Airlines Group. Trade unions and opposition parties have expressed concern that jobs could be put at risk by any takeover; while further worries have been voiced by Cork Chamber of Commerce about the future of routes at Cork Airport in particular in relation to the Cork/London Heathrow link.. Minister Brendan Howlin says no decision has yet been taken by the Government. Press PLAY button above to listen to the audio

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