Fifth Irish EU Presidency
Begins Ireland's fifth Council Presidency with monetary union and treaty reform as major priorities.
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1996 in Ireland
Explore 10 historical events and records for Ireland in 1996.
Historical records for Ireland in 1996
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Dublin European Council
Hosts the European Council as leaders negotiate monetary rules and treaty reform.
Dublin II Treaty Draft
Supports the Presidency draft that becomes an important basis for the Treaty of Amsterdam.
Stability and Growth Pact Agreement
Helps secure political agreement on the fiscal framework accompanying the euro.
Euro Legal Framework Negotiations
Helps broker arrangements governing the legal transition to the future single currency.
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Beauty Queen of Leenane Premiere
Martin McDonagh’s The Beauty Queen of Leenane premiered in Galway in 1996, examining confinement and cruelty in a rural household.
Irish DreamTime
Brosnan formed a film production company entitled "Irish DreamTime" along with producing partner and long time friend Beau St. Clair
League Cup Final Player of the Match
Andy Townsend captained Aston Villa and was named player of the match as the club defeated Leeds United 3-0 at Wembley.
Second Villa League Cup Honour
Ray Houghton celebrated another Aston Villa League Cup victory in 1996, drawing on his passing ability and years of top-level experience.
The Woman Who Walked into Doors
Publication of "The Woman Who Walked into Doors"
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