Charlie McCreevy

Charlie McCreevy

politician Ireland

Charlie McCreevy is a former Irish politician who served as Minister for Finance from 2002 to 2004 and as Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment from 1997 to 2002. Known for his role in the economic boom of the early 2000s, McCreevy was a key figure in promoting fiscal policies that led to Ireland's rapid growth during the Celtic Tiger era. His famous quote, 'When you have it, you spend it,' reflects his approach to economic management, which emphasized spending during times of prosperity. He has also been involved in European politics, serving as a European Commissioner for Internal Market and Services.

Born on Jun 30, 1949 (76 years old)

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Ireland Ireland: Charlie McCreevy was among those who swanked with a Celtic Tiger fed by tax cuts and deregulation. 4

Catherine Connolly Mary Robinson Dick Spring Bertie Ahern Mary Harney Michael D Higgins John Collison
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: There’s a reason why Ireland votes for leftist presidents and right-of-centre governments – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: Charlie McCreevy, an EU commissioner, also confessed to not reading the Lisbon Treaty in full. 5

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The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: If Catherine Connolly is an enemy of the EU, then Michael D Higgins is too – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: Charlie McCreevy is described as the Minister who rode the Celtic Tiger hardest. 7

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The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: This is what caution looks like. But will it wash with voters? – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: Charlie McCreevy is referenced as an example of procyclical economic policy. 5

Paschal Donohoe Jack Chambers Barra Roantree
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Nothing ‘prudent’ about a budget that cuts VAT on Big Macs and Michelin-starred meals – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: Charlie McCreevy is a former Fianna Fáil minister for finance known for his spending philosophy. 5

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The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Where has it gone? – The Irish Times

Ireland Ireland: Former finance minister Charlie McCreevy saw it: 'When you have it, you spend it.' 5

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The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859: Elon Musk’s brutal rampage through the US government should be a warning to our politicians – The Irish Times