The leader of the Green Party, Trevor Sargent has said his party would not enter a coalition with Fianna Fáil in its present form.
Speaking on RTÉ Radio's Morning Ireland, Mr Sargent was responding to the reported comments of the Minister for Foreign Affairs.
Dermot Ahern had said he would not rule out the possibility of joining with the Greens in government.
Mr Sargent said the current version of Fianna Fáil could not be a partner for any 'responsible' party.