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Irish archbishop embarrassed by expensive home renovations
December 18, 2008
Archbishop Diarmuid Martin of Dublin is under fire for spending €500,000 (about $715,000) on renovations to his residence. Stories about the extensive work at the archbishop's palace emerged shortly after Martin had told a television interviewer: "We would all be happier if we were a little bit more austere in our lifestyle."
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Further information:
- Renovations to archbishop of Dublin's palace cost €500,000 (Irish Independent)
- Archbishop gets 500k refit to his Dublin home (Irish Herald)
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