Michael Creed (Cork North West, Fine Gael)
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Question 275: To ask the Minister for Transport if he had prior knowledge regarding the detail of the restructuring plan currently being pursued by Aer Lingus; if he was aware of the proposal to use an outside company (details supplied) to fly Aer Lingus planes during negotiations on restructuring; if he signalled his approval for this approach when briefed by Aer Lingus management on the financial crisis on Aer Lingus; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42576/09]

Noel Dempsey (Meath West, Fianna Fail)
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A representative from Aer Lingus briefed officials from my Department on a range of proposals under the Company's cost restructuring plan following the company's announcement of its plan to the Stock Exchange on 7 October. My officials subsequently briefed me on the proposals. Decisions on commercial and operational issues are entirely a matter for Aer Lingus. I have no statutory function in this regard.