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Micheál Martin on the issues that matter to young voters

Fianna Fáil's support is traditionally concentrated among older voters, so can the party win over young people at the ballot box on Friday?

Election 24 • 25 Nov 24

Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin and Director of Elections Jack Chambers at a launch of its manifesto in Smock Alley, Dublin (Pic: RollingNews.ie)

5 key points from Fianna Fáil election manifesto

Fianna Fáil has launched its General Election manifesto - here's five of the key things it contains.

Election 24 • 20 Nov 24

Micheál Martin was speaking as Fianna Fáil gathers for the second day of its think-in at Killiney Castle (pic: RollingNews.ie)

Budget energy credit to be paid by end of year - Tánaiste

The Tánaiste has said the energy credit which will be announced in the budget will be paid to households before the end of the year.

Ireland • 17 Sep 24

In a wide-ranging speech, the Fianna Fáil leader flagged a concern about the economy, following falling corporation tax receipts and said that 'Ireland's economic success cannot be taken for granted'

Martin uses FF leader speech to call for Gaza ceasefire

Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin has tonight renewed calls for a humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza in a speech to hundreds of his party members in Dublin.

Politics • 04 Nov 23

Many senior figures are clear in their view that Micheál Martin would lead the party into the next election (File: RollingNews.ie)

FF realises its biggest asset is Micheál Martin

There's a blot on the horizon that threatens to dash the optimism among politicians ahead of the Fianna Fáil Ard Fheis.

Analysis and Comment • 04 Nov 23

Marc MacSharry thanked local members of Fianna Fáil for their support

Marc MacSharry resigns from Fianna Fáil

Marc MacSharry has resigned from Fianna Fáil following a row over the handling of a bullying complaint against him.

Politics • 02 Nov 22

A motion for Marc MacSharry to return to the Fianna Fáil parliamentary party had been unopposed two weeks earlier (File image)

Chambers 'will not speculate' on MacSharry return

Government Chief Whip Jack Chambers has said he "would not speculate" on any issues related to Marc MacSharry being readmitted to the Fianna Fáil party.

Politics • 20 Oct 22

Taoiseach Micheál Martin speaking at the Ard Fheis this evening (Pic: Rolling News)

Housing is most important issue facing Ireland - Martin

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has said "housing is the single most important social issue facing our country". Addressing his party at the Fianna Fáil Ard Fheis in Dublin, he also said "we have to provide faster access" to health services.

Politics • 01 Oct 22

The parties first announced a link-up in January 2019

Martin: Fianna Fáil will 'continue to work with SDLP'

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has said he cannot confirm a report that the SDLP has officially ended its partnership with his party Fianna Fáil.

Politics • 29 Sep 22

Micheál Martin said that he "been engaging with" Bertie Ahern for over a year on issues around the Northern Ireland Protocol (File image)

Taoiseach open to Bertie Ahern's readmission to FF

The Taoiseach has indicated that he is open to the possibility that former taoiseach Bertie Ahern be readmitted to the Fianna Fáil party.

Politics • 15 Sep 22

Taoiseach would like to meet Sláintecare officials

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has said he would like to meet the two senior Sláintecare officials who resigned from their roles earlier this week.

Politics • 15 Sep 21

Barry Cowen (l) was sacked from his role as Minister for Agriculture by Taoiseach Micheál Martin (r) just over a year ago (via Rollingnews.ie)

Cowen tells Martin he cannot take position for granted

Fianna Fáil TD Barry Cowen is understood to have told a meeting of party colleagues that party leader and Taoiseach Micheál Martin cannot take his position for granted.

Politics • 09 Sep 21

The Taoiseach said the meeting would review election performances, among other issues

FF to meet in-person to review election performances

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has agreed to hold an in-person party meeting in September which will review election performances, among other issues.

Politics • 14 Jul 21

Mr O'Callaghan said he had not been approached by anyone to sign a motion of no confidence in Micheál Martin

O'Callaghan rules out motion against Micheál Martin

Fianna Fáil's Director of Elections for the Dublin Bay South bye-election Jim O'Callaghan has ruled out a motion of no confidence in party leader Micheál Martin.

Politics • 11 Jul 21

Green Party said the activity occurred a decade ago

Green Party says activists may have posed as pollsters

The Green Party has said that in the past some of its activists may have posed as members of a polling company to canvass the opinion of voters.

Politics • 10 Jun 21

James O'Connor, Fianna Fáil TD for Cork East

FF's James O'Connor: the party is "out of touch"

Fianna Fáil TD James O'Connor has called for the party to deal with its standing in the polls with a "greater degree of seriousness"

Your Politics • 18 Mar 21

A 12% showing in the latest Sunday Business Post/Red C poll - has suggested a gap between Fianna Fáil and its two traditional rivals

Micheál Martin faces identity crisis in Fianna Fáil

Analysis and Comment • 13 Dec 20

Mr Martin told members that Sinn Féin was "consistently" negative and "cynically" exploiting matters in the Dáil

Taoiseach reiterates SF criticism at party meeting

The Taoiseach Micheal Martin has renewed his criticism of Sinn Féin at the Fianna Fáil parliamentary party tonight.

Politics • 23 Sep 20

Éaon Ó Cuív said he disagreed with Michael Martin on a number of issues (file photo: RollingNews.ie)

Fianna Fáil needs new leader, 'change of direction'

Galway West Fianna Fáil TD Éamon Ó Cuív has said his party needs a new leader and a "change of direction".

Fianna Fáil • 15 Sep 20

Micheál Martin stressed the importance of keeping children in education

Taoiseach says keeping schools open a priority

The Taoiseach has said keeping schools open is a priority and the Government's medium-term plan for living with Covid-19 will involve a reduction of social contacts at all levels, even in the home, as that is where the disease is most prevalent.

Politics • 13 Sep 20

The new system was outlined by party chief whip Jack Chambers

FF backbenchers to have more input with new committees

Fianna Fáil backbenchers are to have more input into party policy, with the creation of a series of committees which cover finance, housing, health, education, agriculture and foreign affairs.

Politics • 10 Sep 20

Barry Cowen said he has apologised on many occasions

Cowen says he 'paid a dear price' over mistake

Former agriculture minister Barry Cowen has said he is not a victim but he has suffered the consequences of an unfortunate mistake for which he has paid a dear price.

Ireland • 18 Jul 20

Barry Cowen said he had apologised already on numerous occasions and had been 'sincere and honest'

Ryan wants more clarity on Cowen drink-driving offence

Green Party leader Eamon Ryan has called for further clarity regarding Minister for Agriculture Barry Cowen's drink-driving ban.

Politics • 13 Jul 20

Barry Cowen was speaking on RTE's The Week in Politics

'Embarrassed, humiliated' Cowen regrets driving ban

Minister for Agriculture Barry Cowen has described his disqualification for drink-driving as a "terribly stupid mistake" and something that he regretted.

Politics • 05 Jul 20

Party unease spells early trouble for Micheál Martin

Every Cabinet reshuffle inevitably results in winners and losers. However, Fianna Fáil's return to power after nine years has left a sizeable disgruntled rump in the party. And that spells early trouble for Micheál Martin.

Politics • 04 Jul 20