The ‘GUBU Government’ – Dr Séan Ó Duibhir

Themed Lecture Series: Irish Political Crises Charles Haughey’s ‘GUBU' Government of 1982 The fourth lecture of our series outlines the cacophony of political scandals, intrigues and improbable events that befell Charles Haughey’s misbegotten (and short-lived) ‘GUBU’ government in 1982. A sample bibliography is provided at the conclusion of the presentation Established in 1951, An Cumann Staire (The Historical Studies Society) is one of the oldest and most active societies within the National University of Ireland, Galway. It aims to foster an appreciation of history among the student population, and the wider public, through the provision of public lectures and the promotion of educational events. Fair Dealing/Use Images, quotations and citations utilised in this video are intended for educational and non-commercial purposes only.