Draft Programme For Government Published

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The Draft Programme for Government has been published and the 162 page document allows for the incoming coalition Government to pass 5 budgets if it runs it’s full term. The deal has yet to be approved by Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael party members.  

Under the terms of the deal Micheal Martin will become Taoiseach next Tuesday until November 16th 2027 when Simon Harris, Fine Gael party Leader  will take up the role.  The deal says the next General election will be held after the legislation for the 5th budget has been approved meaning a November 2029 election is likely.   

The  Regional Independent Group of TDs, led by Tipperary North TD Michael Lowry,  have secured a total of  2 super-junior Ministries(which allows the person to attend Cabinet meetings), 3 junior Ministries and the position of Ceann Comhairle – filled by Wexford TD Verona Murphy before Christmas.