Brian Cowen (Laois-Offaly, Fianna Fail)

This is an important matter which has to be dealt with by the House today in compliance with legislation. The necessary work in terms of preparing for a successful IPO has been ongoing for some time. Subject to legal constraints and market sensitivities, the Minister of Transport will outline for the House the substantial progress which has been made. Consultations are ongoing between management and unions on all outstanding issues. From a Deputy who represents a constituency with great dependency on the company——

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