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X Factor judges to select next leader of Fine Gael
Fine Gael has signed up X Factor judges Simon Cowell, Louis Walsh and Cheryl Cole to lead the search for the party’s new leader, auditions for the role will be held in Croke Park this afternoon. »
TDs accuse Ryan of trying to bring politics into repute
Minister for Communications Eamon Ryan has been accused of trying to bring politics into repute by saying the Government would help homeowners struggling to pay their mortgages. »
Cowen fears ‘a very Mirish coup’
The Mire has learned that a major row has erupted between Taoiseach Brian Cowen and Justice Minister Dermot Ahern over legislation to criminalise the act of directing a criminal gang. The Taoiseach fears that the legislation could be used to remove him from office. »
Lenihan doesn’t fancy career prospects
Minister for Finance Brian Lenihan is said to be utterly bemused at opposition calls for his resignation over the International Monetary Fund’s bleak assessment of Mireland’s economic outlook. »