Dempsey ‘furious’ about changes to Mannion contract

Transport Minister Noel Dempsey is reportedly prepared to support the calling of an extraordinary general meeting of Aer Lingus shareholders to discuss changes made to the contract of chief executive Dermot Mannion.

Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary has requested the EGM to discuss changes made last year that would entitle Mr Mannion to a payment of up to €2.8m if the company is taken over.