Aer Lingus sale puts economies of Cork, Limerick and Shannon at risk
That was the claim made by business representatives from Cork, Limerick, and Shannon’s chambers of commerce during a three-hour meeting with TDs yesterday, warning that the possible deal must only be accepted if “legally binding cast-iron guarantees” are enshrined to protect otherwise vulnerable regional hubs.
Speaking at the Oireachtas transport committee, representatives of Aer Lingus workers warned that 1,200 people — one in four of the airline’s workers — could lose their jobs if the Government agrees to sell its 25.11% stake to IAG for €340m.
