The Taoiseach's diary yesterday brought him from Dublin Castle to Downing Street to the RDS for a series of contrasting engagements. This was his schedule, according to details from his advance diary:
9 a.m. Mr Ahern arrived at Dublin Castle to meet his legal team.
10.30 a.m. He began giving sworn evidence to the Moriarty tribunal.
11.55 a.m. He left Dublin Castle for Dublin Airport.
12.50 p.m. Took off from Dublin.
1.55 p.m. Arrived at RAF Northolt, near London.
2.35 p.m. Arrived at Irish Embassy in London and had cup of tea with UUP leader Mr David Trimble.
2.45 p.m. He began a formal meeting with Mr Trimble.
3.40 p.m. Gave brief press conference outside embassy with Mr Trimble.
3.50 p.m. Left for Downing Street.
4 p.m. Began meeting with British Prime Minister Mr Blair.
4.30 p.m. The two were joined by US Senator George Mitchell.
5.10 p.m. Gave press conference at Downing Street with Mr Blair.
5.35 p.m. Left Downing Street for RAF Northolt.
6.30 p.m. Took off for Dublin.
8 p.m. approx. Gave speech at Fianna Fail councillors forum in the RDS.