Fianna Fáil is facing internal turmoil and uncertainty amid pressure to publish a review of the party’s botched presidential election campaign before Christmas. They said the leaks point to a “lack of candour within Fianna Fáil”, adding that “accountability is now essential if we are to restore trust and credibility”. SurpriseThe Taoiseach’s statement drew surprise from some Fianna Fáil TDs, with one saying it was a “bizarre” intervention, which had “lit up” internal messaging groups within the parliamentary party. Mr Martin said there would be a meeting of the parliamentary party to discuss the report once it was received. Fianna Fáil has previously said Mr Gavin denied there had been a past issue with a tenant when it raised the matter with him.

Source: The Irish Times December 16, 2025 13:33 UTC