The Lang/Virgin bid is NOT yet dead. There are still a couple of conditions re: government assistance that is attached to the Fox/Lew bid.
Knowing John Anderson's past history, do not be surprised if the Libs maintain their stance of no BAILOUT and the Fox/Lew team may re-consider. Any further delays could result in Lang/Branson being considered.
The creditors are getting very restless as they perceive (and I agree) a union involvement here from the day the original administrators were "relieved" of duty!