Sky-high profits didn’t prevent low tactics

Aer Lingus profits were soaring when the controversial plan to push staff out was drawn up, writes Paul O’Brien.

AER LINGUS was on its way to making record profits of over €100 million when the plan to push unwanted employees out the door was drawn up.

The semi-State company made operating profits of €83m in 2003, and €107m up 29% for last year.