Bruton resigns as Fine Gael leader

John Bruton has resigned as leader of Fine Gael after losing the party's vote of no confidence against him.

Thu, 01 Feb, 2001 - 06:05

John Bruton has resigned as leader of Fine Gael after losing the party's vote of no confidence against him.

The former Taoiseach was outvoted 39-33 at last night's Parliamentary Party meeting at Leinster House. Deputy Bruton had led the party since Alan Dukes left the post in 1990.

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