Michael D. Higgins
Question:62 Mr. M. Higgins asked the Minister for Public Enterprise the decision, if any, she has made with regard to the future of Aer Rianta; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [13400/00]
Written Answers. - Aer Rianta.
Minister for Public Enterprise (Mrs. O'Rourke): I have not yet requested the Government to take any decision with regard to the future strategic direction of Aer Rianta. I am continuing to give careful consideration to the findings of the Warburg Dillon Read-AIB report on the strategic options in that regard. I expect to make recommendations to the Government shortly.
As I stated in previous replies, the issues under consideration are complex in nature and are of the utmost importance for the company, its employees and, most critically, its customers, both the airlines and the travelling public. To reach the right decision is, therefore, more important than to reach a hasty decision.