Statement From Minister Tony Killeen On Aer Lingus EGM

Commenting on Ryanair's written submission to Aer Lingus requesting that an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) be called, Minister of State and Clare T.D., Mr. Tony Killeen said, "The holding of the EGM allows all Aer Lingus shareholders to voice their concerns over the potential loss of services between Shannon Airport and London Heathrow."

Minister Killeen explained, "The holding of this EGM forces Aer Lingus to fully explain the reasons behind their recent announcement regarding the ceasing of 4 daily flights between Shannon and Heathrow."

"I would call on Aer Lingus CEO Dermot Mannion to use the meeting to inform shareholders of the Aer Lingus's intention to continue operating services from Shannon to London Heathrow", concluded the Minister.

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Notes to Editor:
- Tony Killeen T.D., Minister of State at the Department of Environment Heritage and Local Government and Communication Energy and Natural Resources with special responsibility for Environment and Energy, is available for interview and further comment on 0035387-2525304. Alternatively please contact Mark Dunphy of Dunphy Public Relations on 00353868534900 or media@dunphypr.com
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