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# Haughey

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New details of Thatcher and Haughey meeting show how British PM was against German reunification
The Birmingham Six and IRA semtex consignments were also spoken about.
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Dec 28th 2019, 9:30 AM
Maureen Haughey, the wife of former Taoiseach Charles Haughey, has died
It’s understood that she passed away in hospital this morning after a short illness.
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Mar 17th 2017, 8:13 AM
'Politics is a bug that you can't kill, but hopefully I'll be able to kill it eventually'
Seán Haughey talked Deirdre Heney, his election hopes and his political obsession today.
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Sep 17th 2015, 10:35 PM
Is it time for some new faces in Irish politics?
It’s a very Irish thing to fear change, but would some new talent give the Dáil the kickstart it needs?
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Jun 24th 2015, 9:36 AM
Is Aidan Gillen using his Haughey voice on Game of Thrones? People seem to think so
“We are living way beyond our means, Sansa.”
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Apr 16th 2015, 9:49 AM
So was the final episode of Charlie actually any good?
Review: The final part of the landmark RTÉ drama whizzes through Haughey’s final years in office.
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Jan 19th 2015, 9:03 AM
SPOILER ALERT: This is the infamous TV appearance that led to Charlie Haughey's downfall
If you’re not entirely familiar with the manner of Haughey’s real-life political downfall, perhaps don’t watch this just yet.
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Jan 18th 2015, 8:30 PM
Did Des O'Malley really stop a row by wielding Saddam's sword around the Dáil?
The story is true… sort of.
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Jan 12th 2015, 9:00 PM
What was that weird bird-eating thing in last night's 'Charlie' all about?
The delicacy IS real – although you might have some difficulty finding it today.
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Jan 12th 2015, 11:05 AM
724,000 of you tuned in to watch Charlie on RTÉ One last night
Plus, an additional 21,000 watched it on RTÉ + 1.
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Jan 5th 2015, 5:35 PM
Opinion: Charles Haughey’s election as Fianna Fáil leader – the Northern Ireland factor
What impact did Haughey’s stance (real or perceived) on Northern Ireland have on his successful election as Taoiseach and president of Fianna Fáil?
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Jan 5th 2015, 1:00 PM
Mary O'Rourke was 'a bit troubled' by Charlie's depiction of Brian Lenihan
The sister of the late former tánaiste has been speaking about the RTÉ drama this morning.
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Jan 5th 2015, 11:41 AM
Here's how Twitter reacted to the first episode of Charlie
There were a LOT of Love/Hate comparisons.
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Jan 5th 2015, 7:48 AM
Seven things you need to know about Charlie ahead of tonight's show
The three-part drama hits our screens tonight.
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Jan 4th 2015, 9:00 PM
Aidan Gillen on becoming Charlie: 'It's not a sensationalist hatchet-job'
“There’s something unknowable about him for sure. I wasn’t expecting to find a definitive answer.”
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Dec 6th 2014, 7:57 PM
Check out the trailer for RTÉ's new Charlie Haughey drama
“He was a fascinating, divisive character.”
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Dec 4th 2014, 2:49 PM
Check out this short video of Charlie Haughey telling us 'we're living way beyond our means'
“I wish to talk to you this evening about the state of the nation’s affairs and the picture I have to paint is not, unfortunately, a very cheerful one.”
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Nov 2nd 2014, 5:30 PM
Was Charlie Haughey really beaten with an iron bar on the morning of the Budget?
There is confusion after the new claim emerged last weekend.
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Sep 23rd 2014, 12:46 PM
"Tremendous loss...": Politicians North & South pay respects as Edward Haughey laid to rest
The businessman and former senator died in helicopter crash earlier this month. His funeral was held in Newry, Co Down.
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Mar 24th 2014, 8:01 PM
Charles Haughey wanted to meet Saddam Hussein in 1978 - Saddam declined
Accompanied by Liam Lawlor, Haughey was there to arrange medical cooperation between the two countries.
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Dec 28th 2013, 9:45 AM
Good Morning
The 9 at 9 Good morning! Here are nine things you need to know as you start your day.
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Dec 28th 2013, 8:55 AM
In pictures: Mandela's Irish visits
The South African leader visited Ireland on three occasions, most recently for the Special Olympics in 2003.
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Dec 6th 2013, 2:37 AM
Haughey family behind website to provide 'factual information' about Charlie's career
But no mentions of the Arms Crisis, phone tapping, Ben Dunne or the Tribunals…
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Oct 26th 2013, 8:15 AM
Mara on Haughey drama: "I'm sure RTÉ will be, as usual, even handed and balanced"
“RTÉ are legendary for that,” the former Fianna Fáil spindoctor said. In an entirely genuine tone of voice.
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Oct 16th 2013, 3:24 PM
TV programme to recall events of Charles Haughey's GUBU years
Two-part programme begins on TV3 tonight and will chart the rise and fall of Charles Haughey during the tumultuous events of 1982 and 1983.
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Aug 19th 2013, 6:15 AM
6 key moments that defined Margaret Thatcher's relationship with Ireland
Assassination attempts, the Hunger Strikes, and historic agreements were just some of the events involving Britain and Ireland that took place during the Iron Lady’s 11 years as Prime Minister.
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Apr 9th 2013, 6:45 AM
Weakest Link host says Charles Haughey groped her
Anne Robinson has told The Guardian that she hopes the former Taoiseach “went to the grave with bruises on his hands”.
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Oct 13th 2012, 12:13 PM
Apology after family denies Thatcher and Gaddafi were guests of Haughey
Promotional material for the sale of the former home of ex-Taoiseach Charles Haughey incorrectly stated that Margaret Thatcher and Colonel Gaddafi were once guests at the mansion.
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May 11th 2012, 5:35 PM
The Daily Fix: Thursday
Our essential roundup of the day’s big stories – plus any other bits and pieces you may have missed…
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May 10th 2012, 7:51 PM
Good Morning
The 9 at 9 The nine things you need to know this morning.
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Mar 28th 2012, 8:30 AM
Mahon Tribunal issues 'unreserved apology' to Haughey son
Conor Haughey was mistakenly named in the report, instead of his brother Ciarán Haughey.
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Mar 28th 2012, 7:35 AM
Good Morning
The 9 at 9 Nine things you really should know by 9pm: Kenny heads to Brussels, Norris gets a boost from the public and what the British ambassador really thought of Charles Haughey in 1980…
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Jun 23rd 2011, 8:30 AM