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From Golf-gate to the UN: Is Phil Hogan's return a political gamble?
Category: News & Politics
Duration: 00:25:43
Publish Date: 2026-03-06 01:05:00
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Phil Hogan, the former Fine Gael heavyweight, carved out a political career few could match.  But in the middle of the Covid crisis, it all came crashing down and he was forced into resigning his post as EU trade commissioner following the notorious Golf-gate controversy. But now, out of nowhere, he’s back.  And this time he’s a contender for a major role at the UN. So. is this a political phoenix rising from the ashes? Or is it a controversial political appointment that could come back to haunt the Government?

Host: Tessa Fleming. Guests: Mary Regan and John Downing.

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