It will bring to an end the four-and-a-half-year lifespan of the historic Fine Gael, Fianna Fail and Green Party coalition government. Tanaiste Mr Martin joined some of his party’s election candidates in Dublin ahead of the formal dissolution. Speaking outside Leinster House, Mr Martin said the outgoing coalition had “weathered many significant storms and shocks”. Mr Martin also insisted he was not concerned at the prospect of having to debate with his erstwhile partner in government, Mr Harris, during the election. “I look forward to the debate because Fianna Fail will be putting forward its priorities, its policies, as we did in the last election.

Source: The Herald November 08, 2024 08:58 UTC