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Full coverage: Obituary

A man apart: Des O’Malley, the political entrepreneur who stood against violence and corruption

Des O'Malley was implacably opposed to terrorism, rejected the fiery nationalism of Charles Haughey and his contribution towards cleaning up Irish political life will ensure a prominent position in Irish history.

Theresa Reidy
24th Jul, 2021 - 5 min read

Power and surrender – the life and paradoxes of Prince Philip

As Prince Philip is buried, Anne Harris reflects on the role the Duke of Edinburgh played in creating the modern royal family and why, unlike others in the Firm, he never succumbed to self-pity.

Anne Harris
17th Apr, 2021 - 7 min read

“Bernie Madoff sold safety, he sold a sense of security in a crazy world”

Diana Henriques wrote The Wizard of Lies about Bernie Madoff, who died in prison this week. She talks to Dion Fanning about why people trusted him and why Madoff seemed a world removed from the stereotypical Ponzi Man

Dion Fanning
17th Apr, 2021 - 5 min read

This charming man: how Galen Weston transformed the face of Irish retail (and gave me my career)

Ian Galvin reflects on the life of Galen Weston who combined clear-eyed vision with an instinct to let the best people do their best work.

Ian Galvin
17th Apr, 2021 - 7 min read

“A thorough gentleman”: Taoiseach Micheál Martin on the passing of Dr Brian Hillery

Dr Brian Hillery, who died at the age of 85, had a career that spanned business, politics and academia. A friend and chairman of Tony O'Reilly, he also served on the board of the Central Bank.

Tom Lyons
20th Jan, 2021 - 5 min read

From corporate boots on the ground in Latin America to international poker champion

Tom Lyons reflects on the life of Alan Smurfit, one of an exceptional group of brothers who turned the business their father founded into Ireland's first multinational. He passed away at the weekend.

Tom Lyons
16th Sep, 2020 - 6 min read

Little known outside of Anglo Irish Bank circles, Bill Barrett was an influential figure in building the bank. He backed business, and left long before the crash

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.

Tom Lyons
23rd Jul, 2020 - 5 min read
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