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Revenue won't oppose CityJet survival scheme

Date
2020-07-28
Stage
Hearing Or Decision

Summary

During a brief hearing before the High Court, the Revenue Commissioners announced they would not oppose an application to approve a survival scheme for the regional airline CityJet. Mr Justice Michael Quinn heard that Revenue had obtained clarification from the airline's court‑appointed examiner, Mr Kieran Wallace of KPMG, on matters he considered important. The examiner recommends approval of the scheme, which enjoys the support of most of the airline's creditors. The hearing to formally approve the scheme is scheduled for later this week. If approved, the arrangement with creditors would allow CityJet to continue operating as a going concern.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Revenue won't oppose CityJet survival scheme. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision

When:

Why: Last April, the airline sought the protection of the courts, claiming it was insolvent because of financial difficulties which were exacerbated after its fleet of over 30 aircraft was grounded due to the Covid-19 outbreak. CNI source report

Places mentioned

Court Venue
  • High Court

Topics

Stage Hearing Or Decision

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