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The National Handlers (16 May 1985)ContentsA group of professional public relations and marketing people meet once a week to discuss public reaction to the Government's and the Taoiseach's actions. Olivia O'Leary analyses the people who pull Garret FitzGerald's strings - the National Handers.A Very Special Court by Derek Dunne - When it was set up in 1974, the Special Criminal Court was said to be a temporary measure. Since then its existence has significantly changed our criminal law. The court now seems to be here to stay. Waiting For Godot, by Mark Brennock - In 1969 the Labour Party began to talk about a National Development Corporation to co-ordinate and expand the activities of the public sector. After three coalition governments - and much public debate, claims and denials hthey are still talking about it. Under Starters Orders - Paddy Agnew looks at the form book for the forthcoming Epsom Derby Seeing Is Believing, by Fintan O'Toole - In the town of Asdee, Co Kerry, many local children have recently seen the statues in the local church move in different ways. Some say that it is a sign. Kelly's Grand Tour - Patrick Roue looks at Sean Kelly's attempt to ride the tours of Italy, Spain and France this year - an attempt that sensible cycling enthuusiasts describe as madness. Magill Diary, As Time Goes By Motoring, Business Forum, Dunphy's Diary, Wigmore ;A rt, Rock, Theatre, Cinema, Books, Television |
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