Quinns ‘committed’ to paying Anglo debt

THE Quinn family has said it is “committed” to paying off all the debt it owes and has never sought to have any of its debts written off.

The statement follows media reports that Anglo Irish Bank has written off €2.3 billion of the almost €3bn owed by businessman Seán Quinn and his family.

“In light of recent media comment, the Quinn family would like to reaffirm its commitment to repay all debt that it owes.