Why now? How much? What next?: A Bank of Ireland share sale explainer

Everything you need to know about Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe's decision to offload the State's 13.9% stake in the bank

Finance  Minister Paschal Donohoe at a media briefing at the Department of Finance on Wednesday morning to announce the decision to sell the State's shares in Bank of Ireland. Picture: Colin Keegan/ Collins Dublin

WHY IS THE GOVERNMENT SELLING NOW?

Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe said he made the decision because he believes “the prospects for the Irish economy and the ability of our economy to grow are very strong”.