Charles Haughey

Charles James Haughey (Irish name Cathal Ó hEochaidh) (born September 16, 1925), was the sixth Taoiseach of the Republic of Ireland, serving three terms in office; 1979 to 1981, March 1982 to December 1982 and 1987 to 1992. He was the fourth leader of Fianna Fáil from 1979 until 1992.

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Irish name - September 16 - 1925 - Taoiseach - Republic of Ireland - Fianna Fáil

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Charlie Haughey was first elected to Dáil Éireann as a TD for Dublin in 1957, and was re-elected at each election until 1992. Haughey also served as Minister for Health & Social Welfare (1977-1979), Minister for Finance (1966-1970), Minister for Agriculture (1964-1966) and Minister for Justice (1961-1964). He also served as a Parliamentary Secretary. Haughey is credited with transforming the economy in the late 1980s, however revelations of his financial dealings and corruption have weakened his popularity among many in recent years.

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Dáil Éireann - TD - 1980s

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