Joan Burton
Ceist:201 Deputy Joan Burton asked the Minister for Finance his position on the possible takeover of Aer Lingus (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46952/08]
Amharc ar fhreagraWednesday, 17 December 2008
Ceisteanna (167)
Freagraí scríofa
The Deputy will understand that there are constraints on any comments I can make about this matter at this stage because of the strict rules of disclosure which apply under the Irish Takeover Panel takeover code. I can say that Ryanair released its formal offer document on 15 December and, as the Deputy is aware from recent comments from the Minister for Transport, the Government will evaluate the offer from the perspective of the Government as a shareholder and having regard to a range of issues including Ireland's aviation policy.