Forever in the shade?

Brian Cowen’s unblemished career to date does not guarantee him the top job in government — in fact, it could very well be his downfall, writes Political Reporter Paul O’Brien.

TRY to think of a blot on Brian Cowen’s career, and you could be racking your brains for a long time.

He escaped unscathed from the Department of Health — despite labelling it “Angola” because of its capacity to throw up landmines.