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# Military Barracks

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Poll: Was Willie Penrose right to step down?

Was Willie Penrose right to step down over the closure of a local barracks – or should cabinet members accept the need for tough decisions?

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Nov 16th 2011, 9:49 AM

Rabbitte insists Willie Penrose remains part of the 'Labour family'

The Communications Minister said he understood the reasons for Penrose’s resignation from government yesterday.

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Nov 16th 2011, 8:49 AM