Full coverage: Anglo Irish Bank

Fintan Drury talks to Dion Fanning about Anglo, Brian Cowen and the angst he lives with for his part in the growth of Paddy Power.

Bill Barrett, who was buried last week, was a key player in building Anglo Irish Bank until his retirement in 2002. Many are in his debt for his assistance at crucial times in their business lives.

The former Anglo Irish Bank obtained startling evidence that helped force the Quinn family settle their mammoth dispute with the bank last year. That evidence has never been made public. Until now.

New documents show that Paddy McKillen has brought a counterclaim for damages against IBRC, alleging his character and reputation have suffered in the fallout from the Maple scheme.

As chair of the bank that seized Sean Quinn’s empire, Alan Dukes saw threats and intimidation first-hand. He recalls how the Quinn empire was lost, and speaks out at the lack of action on the attacks on QIH executives.

He did not know it at the time, but missing out on the top job at AIB in 2005 was a blessing. Since then, Gary Kennedy has become a boardroom titan, chairing companies such as Greencore and Green Reit. Now, he is pursuing his most difficult job yet: getting more companies to appoint women directors.

The border tycoon has finally ended his dream of reclaiming his former throne. However, it is a shame that Quinn’s move has come years too late and lacks both grace and contrition. Sean Quinn is not the victim here.

Former Anglo boss drops case against law firm after reaching deal; Matheson invoice lists 110 interactions in relation to Maple 10 transaction

The role of blue-chip law firm Matheson in the Maple 10 transaction has never been fully told – until now. Today, The Currency traces the firm’s role in one of the most controversial corporate deals in Irish history.

Cutting deals with shady figures and shadowy firms. Following a global trail of offshore shelf companies. The story of how IBRC forced the Quinn family to surrender has never been told. Until now.