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NEWS Aer Lingus rejects IAG takeover bid
International Airlines Group has revealed it has had a takeover offer, believed to be in the region of £750 million, for Irish flag-carrier Aer Lingus rejected. Shares in both companies surged as the bid became public, with a potential deal giving IAG-owned British Airways access to valuable landing slots at London Heathrow Airport.
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NEWS Aer Lingus rejects IAG takeover bid
International Airlines Group has revealed it has had a takeover offer, believed to be in the region of £750 million, for Irish flag-carrier Aer Lingus rejected. Shares in both companies surged as the bid became public, with a potential deal giving IAG-owned British Airways access to valuable landing slots at London Heathrow Airport.