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Bertie Ahern

Family and political leaders honour David Andrews' peace and humanitarian legacy
Funerals
The former Minister for Foreign Affairs died aged 91
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Fianna Fail candidate insists Bertie Ahern controversy did not cost him votes
Bertie Ahern
This is despite Fianna Fáil having poor results in the tallies for both Dublin Central and Galway West
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Taoiseach 'can't physically stop' people canvassing as Bertie Ahern says he's still knocking on doors
Bertie Ahern
The former taoiseach said he has concerns that 'too many' immigrants are coming into Ireland
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Taoiseach slams Bertie Ahern's 'we can't take people from the Congo' comments
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The former taoiseach can be heard saying he has concerns that 'too many' immigrants are coming into Ireland
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FAI are on their own as Micheál Martin shows no signs of flexing his political muscle like Bertie Ahern and his government 27 years ago
Republic of Ireland national football team
How Bertie Ahern’s government helped the FAI when they were due to face Yugoslavia in a Euro 2000 qualifier in June 1999.
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Aidan Gillen and Bertie Ahern head to third Dingle Distillery International Film Festival
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The third iteration of the festival came to a close on Sunday
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Bertie Ahern breaks silence and insists he 'could have won' presidency
Irish presidential election
Jim Gavin sensationally left the race after it emerged he owed a former tenant €3,300
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Bookies split on Jim Gavin’s presidential election chances
Irish presidential election
The ex-Dublin manager, who was hugely instrumental in the changes made to Gaelic Football's rules this year, has seen his odds to succeed Michael D Higgins plummet with one leading bookmaker but remain static with another
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Support grows in Fianna Fail for Bertie Ahern run for President: 'He's a man of the people'
Irish presidential election
The party has not nominated a candidate for President since Mary McAleese in 1997 and has yet to decide whether it will do so this time.
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FIFA Museum exhibit’s accidental nod to Roy Keane’s Saipan World Cup walkout
Republic of Ireland national football team
Ireland’s World Cup plans in 2002 were thrown into disarray when Roy Keane left the squad during their pre-tournament preparations in Saipan.
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Famous faces pay their respects as Dublin GAA legend Paddy Cullen laid to respect
Dublin GAA
Priest told mourners that the quality of gentleman Paddy’s life had a positive effect on so many people
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Roar of the Celtic Tiger had an impact on Irish sport that is still felt all these years later
Sport
Eddie Irvine just missed out on the Formula One title. in 1999. Celtic Tiger Ireland lapped up his title bid. There were watch parties in glitzy bars, with the new royalty of boyband members, models, TV presenters and full time socialites rubbing shoulders.
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Cecelia Ahern opens up on heartbreak after daughter was diagnosed with rare autoimmune condition
Cecelia Ahern
Four-year-old Blossom was diagnosed last year with the condition
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Bertie Ahern insists United Ireland is 'most desirable outcome for people'
Bertie Ahern
The former Irish leader, who played a significant role enabling the landmark Good Friday peace agreement in 1998, said unity is “not a short-term goal”
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Former home of PS I Love You author Cecelia Ahern up for sale for €2 million
Malahide
The stunning Malahide mansion was where Ahern wrote many of her best-selling novels
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Bertie Ahern says next general election should be in June as he weighs in on Simon Harris
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Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern said that while he thinks the next election should be in June, it probably won't be.
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Government 'goosed' if Harris pushes Fine Gael line against Martin, says Bertie Ahern
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However, the former Fianna Fail leader says Harris has 'all the attributes' to be the next Taoiseach
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Conor McGregor hints at presidential election bid in 2025
Conor McGregor
The controversial MMA fighter criticised his potential rivals for Aras an Uachtarain and suggested he would privately fund weekly votes to ensure accountability
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Bertie Ahern believes all parties must consider Sinn Fein coalition after next general election
Bertie Ahern
The most successful Taoiseach of our times said "the people will decide" who forms the next government
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Bertie Ahern reveals what one thing he would have done differently during Good Friday Agreement talks
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Exclusive: Speaking exclusively to the Irish Mirror, former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern reflects on the success of the Good Friday Agreement and those impacted by The Troubles.
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Micheal Martin pays tribute to Bertie Ahern for 'remarkable work' on Good Friday Agreement
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“For every one of us, it was a privilege to serve in those days and to support the truly remarkable work of Taoiseach Bertie Ahern on behalf of our country.
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Bertie Ahern 'respects' President Michael D Higgins too much to speculate on presidential run
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Former Taoiseach Bertie is back and has sparked rumours he may be running for President in 2025
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Ferghal Blaney - How breakfast rolls matter in politics
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Latest craic from Leinster House with our Mirrorman in the corridors of power
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Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern is not ruling out a run for President
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Bertie Ahern rejoined Fianna Fáil before Christmas leading to speculation that the Drumcondra man could run as the party’s candidate for Áras an Uachtaráin
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