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2007 In Ireland
Events from the year 2007 in Ireland. Incumbents * President: Mary McAleese * Taoiseach: Bertie Ahern ( FF) * Tánaiste: ** Michael McDowell ( PD) (until 14 June 2007) ** Brian Cowen ( FF) (from 14 June 2007) * Minister for Finance: Brian Cowen ( FF) * Chief Justice: John L. Murray * Dáil: ** 29th (until 26 April 2007) ** 30th (from 14 June 2007) * Seanad: ** 22nd (until 4 July 2007) ** 23rd (from 24 July 2007) Events * 28 January – The new Dublin Port Tunnel opened to general traffic, having already opened to heavy goods vehicles last December 20th. * 12 March – Docklands railway station opened in its temporary location, the first new station in Dublin's city centre since Tara Street Station in 1891. * 30 April – President Mary McAleese dissolved the 29th Dáil at the request of Taoiseach Bertie Ahern. The general election was fixed for 24 May. * 24 May – A general election was held. * 14 June – The 30th Dáil met and formed a Fianna Fáil–Green Pa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
President Of Ireland
The president of Ireland () is the head of state of Republic of Ireland, Ireland and the supreme commander of the Defence Forces (Ireland), Irish Defence Forces. The presidency is a predominantly figurehead, ceremonial institution, serving as the representative of the Irish state both at home and abroad. Nevertheless, the office of president is endowed with certain reserve powers which have constitutional importance. When invoking these powers, the president acts as the guardian of the Constitution of Ireland, Irish constitution. This representative and moderating role is in keeping with the president's solemn oath to "...maintain the Constitution of Ireland and uphold its laws..", to "...fulfil my duties faithfully and conscientiously in accordance with the Constitution and the law...", and to "...dedicate my abilities to the service and welfare of the people of Ireland." The president's official residence and principal workplace is in Phoenix Park, Dublin. Presidents hold o ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
