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United Kingdom Irish premier Brian Cowen quits as party leader
Published on 22/01/2011
In an unusual and surprise step, embattled Irish Prime Minister Brian Cowen has stepped down as head of his Fianna Fail party. He will remain leader of the country ahead of elections in March.