In Vincent Browne's column in the editions of March 14th it was stated that Mr Alan Dukes, when leader of Fine Gael, arranged for Mr Ben Dunne to meet Mr John Bruton at the time that Mr Dunne made a financial contribution to the party. Mr Bruton has pointed out that no meeting took place.

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