- with reporting from Juno McEnroeFianna Fáil TDs are split on whether a national government to tackle the coronavirus outbreak could work. Laois-Offaly TD Sean Fleming says that “disruption at the top levels” must be factored into any discussion of a national government. He said party leaders must continue to be briefed and updated directly by government on the fight against the virus. Mr Cowen said, in parallel with the government formation talks, party leaders should meet as a group and make decisions. The Taoiseach needs to keep party leaders abreast of what is happening [with the virus].”However, a separate experienced party TD said a national government should be set up.

Source: Irish Examiner March 09, 2020 20:03 UTC