Coughlan and Hanafin throw support behind Cowen

Agriculture Minister Mary Coughlan and Education Minister Mary Hanafin have both come out in support of Brian Cowen as the new leader of Fianna Fáil.

Coughlan and Hanafin throw support behind Cowen
Thu, 03 Apr, 2008 - 14:49

Agriculture Minister Mary Coughlan and Education Minister Mary Hanafin have both come out in support of Brian Cowen as the new leader of Fianna Fáil.

The two ministers were both regarded as possible candidates for the job, but they confirmed that they believe Mr Cowen should take over as Bertie Ahern's successor.

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