Tánaiste and Minister for Defence, Brian Lenihan, has refused to resign and has been sacked by Taoiseach, Charles Haughey. Lorna Donlon looks back at the events leading up to the dismissal.
Report shows Lenihan news interview denying he made calls to Áras an Uachtaráin.
Extract from interview with Jim Duffy admitting that he, Sylvester Barrett and Haughey telephoned the President.
Jim Duffy press conference at which transcripts of the interview with were distributed.
Progressive Democrats Teachta Dálaí (TDs) arrive for meeting.
Interview with Haughey on Lenihan.
Lenihan campaigning and interview before sacking.
The reporters are Lorna Donlon and Gerry Reynolds.
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