Dáil Éireann debate -
Tuesday, 27 Mar 2001

Vol. 533 No. 3

Written Answers. - Aer Lingus Flotation.

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

53 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Public Enterprise if she will indicate her preferred option for the future development of Aer Lingus with particular reference to the future structure and status of the company and its role and function in the area of international air transport; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8594/01]

Bernard J. Durkan

Question:

117 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Public Enterprise the position in relation to the flotation of Aer Lingus; if this objective is still attainable and desirable; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8537/01]

Minister for Public Enterprise (Mrs. O'Rourke)

I propose to answer Questions Nos. 53 and 117 together.

I refer the Deputy to my reply to Priority Question No. 22 which I answered earlier today.