Aoife Moore: The Fianna Fáil background team that will have Micheál Martin's ear as Taoiseach
Micheál Martin, a savvy political operator, keeps his circle small. He has curated relationships over a number of years, and takes their counsel seriously. Although most formal appointments haven’t been made yet, his pick of personal advisors will come as no surprise to those who have observed him in Leinster House for the last two decades.
However, more of the same may not be ideal, as concerns have mounted in the last few years that Mr Martin is not listening to his TDs or his grassroots, preferring instead to listen to the small circle around him. Members felt further justified in this view after the party’s disappointing performance in the February election. In the early days of his tenure, these five personnel will have the Taoiseach’s ear.
