Peter Hoskin

The third major political resignation in as many days…

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…although this one is over in Ireland. After a turbulent week, Brian Cowen has stood down as leader of Fianna Fail, yet he staggers on as Taoiseach
 until the general election on 11 March:

Channel 4 have a useful summary of the contenders to replace him.

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