MEPS back Robinson for top EU job

Mary Robinson is being backed as a candidate for the new role of President of the European Council.

Wed, 18 Nov, 2009 - 15:23

Mary Robinson is being backed as a candidate for the new role of President of the European Council.

A group of 30 MEPs from around the 27 member states have come together calling for the former Irish president to be "seriously considered" for the position.

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