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Article: FORMER Taoiseach John Bruton told Taoiseach Brian Cowen's officials over three weeks ago about his interest in the newly created top job in the EU.
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- Irish Independent (Dublin, Republic of Ireland)
- Article date:
- October 31, 2009
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Bruton told Cowen's officials he wanted top job weeks ago
Fionnan Sheahan Political Editor in Brussels
FORMER Taoiseach John Bruton told Taoiseach Brian Cowen's officials over three weeks ago about his interest in the newly created top job in the EU.
Mr Bruton also informed the Government at that stage of his availability to become Ireland's next European Commissioner, if offered the post.
Mr Cowen said the filling of the post of president of the European Council would not be considered until the coming weeks. Contrary to the impression given by the Government that his dramatic entry into the race was a surprise, Mr Bruton informed the ...