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How many governments did Haughey lead as Taoiseach?

  • Four

  • Three

  • Five

  • Two

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Charles Haughey was the Taoiseach of Ireland for four different periods: 1979-1981, 1982, 1987-1992, and 1994-1997. He is the only person in Irish history to have served as Taoiseach for more than one term. Haughey's first government was a minority government that lasted for just over two years. His second government was a coalition government with the Labour Party.
The Legacy of Charles Haughey: Exploring the Life and Times of Ireland's 7th Taoiseach

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