Three-way contest for position of ceann comhairle

The race to be chairman of the Dáil is shaping up to be a three-way contest, with Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael, and the independents indicating support for potential candidates for the high-profile role.

Support for the esteemed position of ceann comhairle is being considered for its outgoing holder, Fianna Fáil TD Seán Ó Fearghaíl, Fine Gael TD Bernard Durkan, as well as independent Denis Naughten.