Aer Lingus buyout should be blocked, trade unions warn

TRADE unions and opposition parties want the proposed takeover of Aer Lingus by Ryanair blocked.

IMPACT, which represents Aer Lingus cabin crew, pilots and middle management, said an independent Aer Lingus was in the best interests of the country and accused Ryanair of having a history of “hostility to its staff and shabby treatment of its customers”.

SIPTU also said the proposed takeover was an attempt by Ryanair to remove one of its competitors.