Fianna Fáil

Jan 15, 2025 | fiannafail.ie | Fianna Fáil

Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin and Fine Gael leader Simon Harris today welcomed an agreement to form the next government, along with the support of a number of Independent TDs.The draft Programme for Government will be presented to the Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael parliamentary parties this afternoon. It will now be the subject of approval by the party memberships over the coming days.

Dec 9, 2024 | rte.ie | Mícheál Lehane |Fianna Fáil

Negotiating teams from Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael will begin talks tomorrow on government formation following a meeting between the party leaders. Micheál Martin and Simon Harris described their meeting as "positive" and "constructive". In a joint statement, they said they had agreed on the need for a stable government "underpinned by mutual respect and clear policy direction, for the next five years, so that it can deliver for the Irish people in face of great challenges".

Dec 5, 2024 | rte.ie | Mícheál Lehane |Fianna Fáil

The Labour Party will meet to discuss the outcome of the General Election and how the party will approach any talks to form a government, while the Social Democrats are set to hold meetings with Sinn Féin to explore options. Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin and Fine Gael leader Simon Harris meanwhile will attend the British-Irish Council meeting in Edinburgh this evening, where it is expected they will discuss government formation.

Dec 4, 2024 | rte.ie | Mícheál Lehane |Fianna Fáil

The Labour Party will meet today to discuss the outcome of the General Election and how the party will approach any talks to form a government, while the Social Democrats are set to hold meetings with Sinn Féin to explore options. Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin and Fine Gael leader Simon Harris meanwhile will attend British-Irish Council meeting in Edinburgh this evening, where it is expected they will discuss government formation.

Dec 4, 2024 | rte.ie | Mícheál Lehane |Fianna Fáil

A Dáil group has been formed by eight Independent TDs which will give them speaking time in the chamber as well as positions on Oireachtas committees. The Regional Group of Independents is also willing to discuss government formation with Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael. Michael Lowry has been appointed as the group's point of contact for any discussions with the leaders of Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael.