Mixed local political reaction to possible government formation
A Sligo Leitrim TD has expressed his confidence that the formation of a new government will take place in the coming days. The leaders of Fine Gael, Fianna Fáil and the Greens are meeting again this morning to try to sign off on a programme for government. …
Local TD expresses confidence new government being formed
A Sligo Leitrim TD has expressed his confidence that a new government will be formed between Fine Gael, Fianna Fail and the Green Party. It’s emerged that housing is proving to be a stumbling block in government formation talks. The Green Party’s looking for more social housing, while…
More unrest in local Fianna Fáil circles
Another Sligo Fianna Fail has questioned the party’s decision to enter into Government with Fine Gael and the Green Party. Ballymote/Tubbercurry Councillor Paul Taylor is the latest party member to question how the proposed collation with impact on the fortunes of the party in the future. Cllr Taylor…
Green party still waiting for Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael response
It’s expected Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil will formally respond to the Green Party’s letter on government formation today. It’s been 80 days since the general election and there’s still little sign of a government being formed. The Greens have made a 7 per cent annual reduction in…
Sligo Councillor fears for future of Fianna Fáil
A Sligo Fianna Fáil Councillor has expressed concerns for the future of Fianna Fáil if they push ahead with the proposed collation with Fine Gael to form the next government. The concerns have been raised by Sligo Drumcliff Councillor Donal Gilroy. Cllr Gilroy says that Party Leader Michael…
Independents issues demands for entering into government
Independent TD’s want new roads, hospital wards and extra state payments for farmers – in return for entering into government with Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael. A document compiled by the group of independents, which includes Sligo-Leitrim TD Marian Harkin, was given to the parties this week. It…
Major decision for new Labour Leader to make
Aodhán Ó Riordáin or Alan Kelly will be elected as the leader of the Labour Party this evening. Counting is expected to begin this afternoon, when An Post delivers the last postal ballots to the offices of accountancy firm Mazars in Dublin. Former Local and General election candidate…