Limerick's directly elected Mayor John Mayor has launched a broadside at a number of councillors, accusing them of being “hostile” towards him. Ultimately I want to deliver on the mandate I have,” Mr Moran told the Irish Examiner on Tuesday. Mr Moran called the meeting “one of the lowest points since my election”. Mr Moran said he has not heard from any of the two parties mentioned in the statement, but would “welcome conversation” with leaders of all parties. Local councillors from Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael were contacted by the Irish Examiner, but would not comment.

Source: Irish Examiner February 17, 2026 19:19 UTC