Ahern donor given key election post in Dublin Central

One of the men who loaned money to Taoiseach Bertie Ahern in the 1990s has reportedly been given a key election post in Mr Ahern's constituency.

Ahern donor given key election post in Dublin Central

One of the men who loaned money to Taoiseach Bertie Ahern in the 1990s has reportedly been given a key election post in Mr Ahern's constituency.

Paddy Reilly, who became known as 'Paddy the Plasterer', was one of several wealthy businessmen who between them gave €50,000 to Mr Ahern when he was experiencing financial difficulties during his marriage break-up.

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