Bank chief condemns attacks on Quinn boss Irish Independent
27.08.11
ANGLO Irish Bank chief executive Mike Aynsley yesterday said he "fully condemned" recent attacks against Quinn Group chief executive Paul O'Brien, and called on "everyone" to get behind the group's new ownership.
The comments came as Anglo revealed that the Quinn Group would get a further influx of new management in mid-October, when a deal to transfer ownership to Anglo and a group of bondholders came into full effect.
Anglo also used yesterday's press announcement to mount a spirited defence of the spate of legal actions the bank is embroiled in with the Quinns, insisting the taxpayer "has the right to expect" the bank to pursue debts "vigorously".
Anglo seized control of the Quinn Group in April, enforcing some of the guarantees behind €2.8bn worth of loans to the Quinn family.
The bank also took control of the Quinn family's €500m international property empire, and sealed a deal to take over Quinn Insurance in partnership with US Liberty Mutual . The Quinn Group deal has met with significant local hostility, including a host of sabotage attacks that culminated in a recent attack on the home of Mr O'Brien, when his car was set alight.
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LONDON, ENGLAND, October 28, 2010 /24-7PressRelease/ — One of the best things about being a new driver is the freedom it gives you to get out and explore some of the places that are easier to reach by car. The United Kingdom has so much to see and do, so you shouldn’t have much trouble finding a day trip that suits your requirements. To give you a little bit of inspiration, Quinn Direct Insurance have put together a guide to some of our favourite day trips in the UK. Just remember to check that you are fully covered before you head off – nothing ruins a day out like a few hours broken down at the side of the motorway. Did you know that we at Quinn Direct Insurance offer free breakdown cover when you buy car insurance from us! If you’re not yet covered, it will only take minutes to get a car insurance quote online with Quinn.
Brighton: A seaside town for the hip and trendy, Brighton is an excellent place to visit for a day trip and is particularly suitable for new young drivers looking to spread their wings. Brighton is one of Britain’s top ten visitor destinations and about 6.5 million of them go for a day trip there.
The town has many attractions including the famous Brighton Pier, offering all the traditional British seaside fun that you’d expect including arcades, candy floss and fish ‘n’ chips. You can visit the Brighton Pavilion, a spectacular building that houses furniture and works of art owned by the Queen. Brighton also has a Sea Life centre, the Brighton Museum and many excellent restaurants, pubs and clubs.
When to visit: Brighton has attractions available all year around, but it is best to visit between April and October, to avoid heavy blustery sea breezes. Be aware that during summer, Brighton Beach can be very crowded at weekends.
How to get there: Brighton can be reached by taking the A23 and is about 25 minutes from the M25. Trains leave from London Victoria every 55 minutes or so.
