War of words intensifies

AN increasingly bitter row over Taoiseach Brian Cowen’s role in the disastrous purchase of the €412m Irish Glass Bottle (IGB) site has worsened after fresh information about the origins of the deal emerged.

War of words  intensifies

AN increasingly bitter row over Taoiseach Brian Cowen’s role in the disastrous purchase of the €412m Irish Glass Bottle (IGB) site has worsened after fresh information about the origins of the deal emerged.

In October 2006 Mr Cowen, then finance minister, authorised the Dublin Docklands Development Authority to activate its €127m borrowing ability and join the Becbay consortium, which was bidding on the IGB site.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €130 €65

Best value

Monthly €12€6 / month

More in this section

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Keep up with stories of the day with our lunchtime news wrap and important breaking news alerts.

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited