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Micheál Martin and Simon Harris confirm Ireland’s programme for government

Micheál Martin will return as taoiseach, with Simon Harris taking the role as tánaiste (deputy prime minister), as well as minister for foreign affairs.

It is expected regional independent TDs will receive an assortment of junior ministries in transport and agriculture.

The agreement follows negotiations by teams from Fine Gael, Fianna Fáil and the Regional Independent Group.

Both party leaders said the focus was on a strong and stable government to deliver continued progress on the economy, infrastructure, housing and public services over the coming years.

If agreed, the leaders said that “the two parties will work together – along with their independent colleagues – to deliver for families and tackle the challenges facing the country”.


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