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Royston Brady, Lord Mayor of Dublin

Current job: Lord Mayor of Dublin

What schools did you attend? St Joseph's in Fairview, Dublin, for primary and secondary.

Any famous schoolmates? Joey's is a big Fianna Fáil school - Charlie Haughey was a pupil.

Any hidden talents at school? I used to to tap dance.

Best subject? History

Worst subject? Shamefully, Irish. My New Year's resolution is to take Irish lessons

Most inspirational teacher? The brilliant Vincent Banville taught me maths. No one ever bunked off his class. My music teacher, Mr Buffini, was well ahead of his time.

Where did you go to college? Athlone Regional - I studied hotel management.

Best memory of school? Four o'clock.

Worst memory of school? Getting caught cutting class.

What song most reminds you of your school days? Paradise City by Guns and Roses