Aer Lingus backs IAG 500 jobs claim

Aer Lingus has backed claims that more than 500 jobs would be created on new transatlantic routes if a €1 billion bid for the carrier goes through.

Stephen Kavanagh, due to take over as Aer Lingus chief executive early next month, said there would be limited redundancies if the offer by the International Airlines Group – owner of British Airways and Iberia – gets clearance.