Micheal Martin running out of time as pressure for change grows

"Leadership of both government parties will be under scrutiny after a poor showing at the polls There are growing doubts in Fianna Fáil that Micheál Martin's leadership will continue until Ireland holds the EU presidency next year, as the fallout from the presidential election is felt across both government parties."

"Senior ranking Fianna Fáil TDs said that, while there is "no move under way" to replace their leader, there is "momentum building"."

There are growing doubts within Fianna Fáil about Micheál Martin's ability to remain leader until Ireland assumes the EU presidency next year. The presidential election outcome has produced fallout across both government parties, increasing scrutiny of party leadership. Senior Fianna Fáil TDs report that no formal move to replace Martin is currently underway, but warn that momentum is building behind potential leadership challenges. The poor showing at the polls has intensified pressure on leaders across the coalition, raising questions about stability ahead of the EU presidency. Calls for clarity on leadership plans and potential succession timetables may emerge as parties assess electoral performance. Party responses in coming weeks will shape the political landscape ahead of next year's presidency.

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