Irish premier apologises over controversial appointment

Title

Irish premier apologises over controversial appointment

Genre

Speech

TX Date

16 Nov 1994

Year of production

1994

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Duration

00:00:24

Description

Irish Taoiseach Albert Reynolds speech to the Irish Parliament saying he regrets appointing Harry Whelehan as President of the High Court and proceeding despite not having the support of the Labour Party. His leadership of the coalition government is now in jeopardy over the appointment which has led to a row over a delayed extradition.

Contributors

Albert Reynolds

Keywords

Politics; Government; Ireland; Political leaders; Political appointments; Harry Whelehan; Labour Party (Ireland)

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