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Episode 140 brings Fender Jackson face to face with former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern. Bertie was one of the key people who helped bring about the.

140. Bertie Ahern: Former Taoiseach

12 February 2025

140. Bertie Ahern: Former TaoiseachBertie Ahern
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About This Episode

Episode 140 brings Fender Jackson face to face with former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern. Bertie was one of the key people who helped bring about the Good Friday Agreement and therefore ending the 30 year conflict known as The Troubles. Bertie gives his overview of his involvement as well as his assessment of where things are at currently in the North and beyond.

Bertie Ahern

Bertie Ahern is a former Taoiseach of Ireland, serving three terms between 1997 and 2008. He was a central political figure during a period of significant economic and social change.

He played a key role in the Northern Ireland peace process, including the Good Friday Agreement, and remains a prominent commentator on Irish public life.

Links

https://www.bertieahernoffice.com https://www.newstalk.com/podcasts/as-i-remember-it-bertie-ahern-the-good-friday-agreement

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