Coughlan confirmed as Tánaiste 07/05/2008 - 18:39:43
An Taoiseach Brian Cowen has confirmed Mary Coughlan is to be appointed Tánaiste. Minister Coughlan will also take over the portfolio of Trade, Enterprise and Employment from Michael Martin, who takes over at Foreign Affairs.
Dermot Ahern moves from that department to the Department of Justice.
Brian Lenihan takes over the heavyweight Finance portfolio. Martin Cullen also has a role in Brian Cowen's Cabinet, taking over the helm at Arts, Sports and Tourism.
Brendan Smith takes over at the Department of Agriculture while Cork's Batt O'Keeffe replaces Mary Hanafin in the Department of Education.
Minister Hanafin moves to the Department of Social and Family Affairs.
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An Taoiseach Brian Cowen has confirmed Mary Coughlan is to be appointed Tánaiste. Minister Coughlan will also take over the portfolio of Trade, Enterprise and Employment from Michael Martin, who takes over at Foreign Affairs.
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