The last time, there were six Greens against more than 70 Fianna Fáil TDs. For 25 per cent of its membership, the party will need to demonstrate commitment in these areas. Transport plansCovid-19 has presented an immediate challenge for the Greens’ transport plans, as there will be less demand for bus or rail transport in the short to medium term. That will leave the new Minister for Climate Action and Transport, Eamon Ryan, focusing on other measures, including walking and cycling infrastructure, plus remote working. If by the middle of 2022, the Greens are not making headway, their time in power will have been in vain.

Source: The Irish Times June 28, 2020 17:58 UTC