Government reshuffles do not always work, as these three former taoisigh found out
?Simon Harris’s plans to freshen up the embattled government with a new and shiny image are not a new concept in politics.
Source: independent.ie
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Mick Clifford: Simon Coveney, the last merchant prince politician, leaves with solid work record
Stepping up in the midst of personal family tragedy, Simon Coveney showed off his safe but unspectacular hands while in Government
Source: irishexaminer.com
Letters: Democracy is threatened on the home front too by the likes of Sinn Féin
I would like to congratulate Frank Coughlan on his excellent synopsis of the political elements all around us, threatening democracy, both here and worldwide (‘Our democracy is being undermined by corrosive politics’, Irish Independent, March 26).
Source: independent.ie
Do internal leadership switches always reap rewards? Simon Harris has some tough acts to follow
As Leo Varadkar stepped out, and Simon Harris steps in, this is the eighth time an internal leader switch has given us a new taoiseach. Here’s a summary of the previous seven “switcheroos” and a flavour of how the switches worked – and sometimes did not.
Source: independent.ie
The 13 things Simon Harris can learn from the Kenny and Varadkar eras
The incoming Taoiseach will be the third leader of Fine Gael in almost 22 years. Changes need to be made from his predecessors
Source: businesspost.ie
Simon Harris to become new Fine Gael leader and Taoiseach-elect today as nominations close with no other challengers
Simon Harris has become the new leader of Fine Gael as a special party conference today.
Source: independent.ie
From priority areas to 'tumbleweed territory': Labour candidates get canvassing masterclass – The Irish Times
Regional organiser gives key tips on effective campaign to win votes in local and European elections
Source: irishtimes.com
A man who talks fast and walks at speed: Who is Simon Harris?
Fresh faces and new ideas are a must
Source: irishexaminer.com
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John Bruton wasn't an ordinary politician - opinion - Western People
Source: westernpeople.ie
Sean O'Rourke: Charlie Bird was a great journalist. But first and foremost he was a great human being
Charlie Birds death is big sad news about the man who made big news, writes Sean ORourke
Source: irishexaminer.com