Harney backs Aer Lingus sale

MARY HARNEY last night backed the privatisation of Aer Lingus, saying only Communist states’ governments wanted to own airlines.

Ahead of a Cabinet meeting today, where a buy-out from the airline’s managers will be considered, the Tánaiste said the millions raised could pay for health, education and care of the elderly.

The PD leader is tipped to become Transport Minister in the forthcoming Cabinet reshuffle.