Paschal Donohoe (Dublin Central, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

It has responded to the challenges of the global financial crisis and of the events of 9 September 2001. Its management, leaders, workers and unions have collectively risen to those challenges and have done a tremendous job. However, what is underpinning the recommendation and the decision before the Dáil this afternoon is the simple and fundamental acknowledgement of what is happening in the airline industry. We need to consider the volatility and consolidation in the aviation industry. The Government believes that there will be significant benefits for future growth and connectivity in the company joining a larger group such as IAG-----

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