Debate on proposed Aer Lingus sale
Deputy Creed requests time to debate the anticipated sale of the State’s minority Aer Lingus holding, citing regional connectivity and Shannon and Cork airports. The Tánaiste refers the matter to the Whips.
Will the Government consider making time available at the earliest possible opportunity for a debate on the anticipated imminent offer for the State's minority holding in Aer Lingus?
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I am simply asking if the Government will consider making time available for a debate on that issue. That is legitimate on the Order of Business
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No, I will not. There are critical issues pertaining to accessibility for the regions and, in particular, Shannon and Cork airports. I ask that the Government consider making time available for such a debate.
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This is an important issue in terms of connectivity and access for the entire country, not for one particular region. Certainly, arranging such a debate would be a matter for the Whips. I ask the Deputy to refer to his own party Whip in the first instance.
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The Chief Whip is sitting behind the Tánaiste.