# Corruption

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# I'm back

Sarkozy's corruption probe suspended after his comeback announcement

A source says that the inquiry doesn’t have to give a reason.

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Sep 24th 2014, 8:20 AM

# Cleansing the temple

The Vatican bank has closed thousands of accounts after corruption probe

Profits were nearly obliterated at the bank after extensive investigations over the last year.

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Jul 8th 2014, 5:02 PM

# sob story

This crazy video of a politician weeping uncontrollably is going viral in Japan

Is he sorry? We think he’s sorry.

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Jul 2nd 2014, 4:35 PM

# Le Charge

Former French President charged with corruption

The charge looks set to end Sarkozy’s hopes of a political comeback.

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Jul 2nd 2014, 7:11 AM

# Questioning

Nicolas Sarkozy detained by police in corruption probe

The questioning of the former French president is an unprecedented move.

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Jul 1st 2014, 7:59 AM

# World Cup

Brazilian police threaten to mar World Cup: Amnesty International

Amnesty says the Brazilian police are guilty of indiscriminate use of tear gas and rubber bullets against peaceful protesters, arbitrary arrests and the misuse of laws.

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Jun 5th 2014, 6:45 AM

# fifa confidential

FIFA probe reportedly reveals World Cup match-fixing mess -- report

Well, this is worrying.

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Jun 1st 2014, 6:54 AM

# Corruption

Eric Cantona has made a documentary about the World Cup in Brazil

‘Looking For Rio’ will premiere in London early next month and the Frenchman has given a taster in this interview with Amnesty International.

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May 27th 2014, 12:39 PM

# Corruption

Whistleblower claims he was targeted after arresting garda for drunk driving

Sinn Féin TD Pearse Doherty revealed the allegations in the Dáil today, telling TDs the whistleblower claims the case against the arrested garda was struck out of court on dubious grounds.

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May 15th 2014, 2:30 PM

# No regrets

"Brown envelopes, money and Ben Dunne...it’s about the worst ingredients if you want to win a seat"

Ben Dunne says politicians never ask him for money.

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May 2nd 2014, 10:24 PM

# Luke Ming Flanagan

Ming: I was followed by an unmarked Garda car... and so was John Wilson

Luke ‘Ming’ Flanagan said he and John Wilson were under surveillance by an unmarked Garda car when they visited GSOC offices this morning to make the organisation aware of new allegations of corruption within the force.

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Apr 30th 2014, 5:47 PM

# Bribery

Bus Éireann: Whistleblower's corruption claims are not backed up by evidence

A former contractor claims he lost out on a school bus contract because he refused to contribute to a senior staff member’s “cash holiday fund”.

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Apr 14th 2014, 7:55 PM

Voices

Column: Pride, arrogance and the impotence of political leadership in GardaGate

This is the arrogant nature of permanent government. It gets too used to running the show and always being right, writes Aaron McKenna.

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Mar 29th 2014, 8:00 AM

# Tweet Tweet

Turkey has blocked people from using Twitter after threat by PM

The social network was highlighting corruption allegations against the Prime Minister’s inner circle.

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Mar 21st 2014, 8:04 AM

# wheels of justice

The EU's message to Ireland: 'Do more to punish corruption more quickly'

A new EU report also found that Irish people feel that corruption is more widespread in their country than the average European.

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Feb 3rd 2014, 12:49 PM

# Your Say

Poll: Should the garda whistleblowers be brought before the PAC?

The Garda Commissioner is reluctant to have the whistleblowers appear in front of the committee, but government ministers want answers.

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Jan 24th 2014, 9:44 AM

# Corruption

Former Virginia Governor forced to hand back Rolex as he's charged with corruption

Once a rising GOP star, Robert McDonnell has been forced to hand over $140,000 in cash and other gifts he received from a pharmaceutical company CEO.

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Jan 21st 2014, 10:44 PM

# Turkey

Turkish government sacks 350 police officers overnight

Heads of major departments were included in those who were laid off as part of a probe into corruption.

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Jan 7th 2014, 10:47 AM

Voices

Column: Ireland could learn a lot from Hong Kong

Unlike other small open economies, Ireland does not have a single agency dedicated to fighting corruption; our failure to hold people to account for manifest wrongdoing sends a clear message to citizens and international investors.

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Dec 4th 2013, 7:00 PM

# Eurovision

Eurovision tightens up rules amid bribery claims

The rankings of each jury member for all shows will now be made public after the final.

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Sep 23rd 2013, 1:22 PM

# China

Bo Xilai sentenced to life in prison

A Chinese court sentenced the disgraced former top politician to life after finding him guilty of abuse of power, corruption and bribery.

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Sep 22nd 2013, 9:45 AM

# fugitive

Runaway solicitor Michael Lynn arrested in Brazil

A warrant for his arrest was issued five years ago after the solicitor fled the country, leaving behind debts of over €80 million.

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Aug 30th 2013, 10:52 PM

# China

Disgraced Chinese politician denies bribery and murder cover-up

Prosecutors accused Bo Xilai of a villa in France, a hot-air balloon project and a football club.

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Aug 22nd 2013, 6:50 PM

# Egypt

Egypt court orders release of Mubarak

The 85-year-old is awaiting a re-trial on charges arising from the 2011 protests that resulted in his ousting.

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Aug 21st 2013, 4:56 PM

# Corruption

Read: Village magazine's vow to take legal action on white collar crime

The current affairs magazine has called on DPP to initiate legal proceedings against those found by specific bankers and people found by the Mahon Tribunal to have been involved in corrupt activities – or else it will.

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Aug 14th 2013, 10:18 AM

Voices

Column: Living with the legacy of corruption

Young Dublin Fianna Fáil councillor Paul McAuliffe says the corruption revealed in the Mahon report makes it difficult to repair public’s trust in politics.

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Aug 1st 2013, 7:30 AM

# Mahon

Mahon Tribunal timeline: From whistleblower to digouts

Here’s everything you need to know to get to grips with the planning and permission tribunal of inquiry, which published its final chapter this morning.

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Jul 31st 2013, 11:28 AM

# Mahon

Carrickmines: Final chapter of Mahon Tribunal report is published

Read it here.

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Jul 31st 2013, 11:03 AM

# Brown Envelopes

Almost one in three people paid a bribe in the last year, global survey finds

27 per cent of respondents admitted paying a bribe in the last 12 months, but more than two-thirds of those asked to pay say they refused.

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Jul 10th 2013, 12:40 PM

Good Morning

The 9 at 9 Good morning! Here are the nine stories you need to know as you kick off your day.

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Jul 10th 2013, 8:48 AM

# Whistleblowers

Whistleblowers could get up to five years' pay if dismissed unfairly

Newly-published bill concerning employees who report wrongdoing outlines extra measures to protect them.

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Jul 3rd 2013, 1:59 PM

# Bunga Bunga

Berlusconi: the four cases against him

From Mediaset fraud to wiretap appeal to Ruby Gate – the former Italian PM has been nothing if not controversial.

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Jun 24th 2013, 1:15 PM

# So Long

Czech PM resigns in corruption scandal

Czech Prime Minister Petr Necas is stepping down amid a scandal which saw his top aide indicted for bribery.

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Jun 17th 2013, 7:52 AM

# Elveden

Former NHS employee arrested in media conduct probe

The 52-year-old woman was arrested at her home this morning.

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Jun 13th 2013, 10:35 AM

# Corruption

Longford Town player hit with 18-month ban on betting charges

The FAI has tonight released a statement finding Colm James guilty on six counts of breaching its rulebook.

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Jun 11th 2013, 8:43 PM

# Corruption

Ex-prison officer arrested in London media conduct probe

The 39-year-old is being questioned in relation to suspected misconduct in office and corruption.

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Jun 6th 2013, 10:06 AM

# Enter bagman?

Indonesian politician's Metallica guitar seized amid concerns about corruption

Joko Widodo was given his guitar by concert promoters – but it’s feared that he may be asked to return some favours.

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May 28th 2013, 10:10 PM

Voices

Column: I'd give my heart and soul to never have heard the words 'Priory Hall'

The residents evacuated from Priory Hall are the only people who have paid in any way for the problems uncovered in the buidling, writes Alison Doyle.

May 11th 2013, 1:30 PM