Brian Cowen (Laois-Offaly, Fianna Fail)

The road traffic Bill will be published shortly. The management proposals announced by Aer Lingus will now be the subject to a six week consultation period with staff representatives and unions. This is not a result of the imposition of a particular tax but because of the general aviation situation. The viability of the company is an important objective for all and we hope for a positive outcome.

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