Harbour master in Donegal loses appeal over dismissal following Minister's complaints

Patrick J Kelly was dismissed as Killybegs harbour master in Co Donegal in 2009 following a number of complaints about him including from Mary Coughlan in 2004 when she was Minister for Social and Family Affairs.

Harbour master in Donegal loses appeal over dismissal following Minister's complaints
Tue, 17 Dec, 2019 - 16:18
Ann O’Loughlin

A former harbour master has lost an appeal over his dismissal 10 years ago following an investigation which found he had private marine service business interests which were in conflict with his role as a civil servant.

Patrick J Kelly was dismissed as Killybegs harbour master in Co Donegal in 2009 following a number of complaints about him including from Mary Coughlan in 2004 when she was Minister for Agriculture.

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