#fianna-fail

#fianna-fail

Pros: Another household name, which is beneficial in a presidential election. Known for his success as Dublin Gaelic football manager, who secured six All-Ireland wins. Cons: It could prove harder for Mr Gavin to have the popular reach outside of urban areas. New to politics, he would have to quickly learn the ropes and set out his views on issues such as Gaza and the housing crisis.

Age: 54 Party: Fianna Fáil Pros: Another household name, which is beneficial in a presidential election. Known for his success as Dublin Gaelic football manager, who secured six All-Ireland wins. Cons: It could prove harder for Mr Gavin to have the popular reach outside of urban areas.

Next scheduled parliamentary party meeting is in three weeks' time - and that is just too far away

Momentum is building around a possible presidential bid for broadcaster Joe Duffy as at least two parties express interest in his potential candidacy.

Peter Power, the executive director of Unicef Ireland, has been involved in confidential talks with Fianna Fáil's leadership, suggesting he may be a potential candidate for the upcoming presidential election.