Cowen takes the reins of Fianna Fáil

Taoiseach-in-waiting Brian Cowen will today be officially elected Fianna Fáil leader after a parliamentary party meeting in Leinster House.

Wed, 09 Apr, 2008 - 08:12

Taoiseach-in-waiting Brian Cowen will today be officially elected Fianna Fáil leader after a parliamentary party meeting in Leinster House.

The Offaly TD is set to be appointed head of the Republic of Ireland’s Government when the Dáil meets on May 7 after Bertie Ahern formally stands down from office.

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