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<p>Ireland South MEP Billy Kelleher speaking to the media outside Leinster House in Dublin after his bid to be the Fianna Fáil presidential candidate. Mr Kelleher had a strong showing, winning 29 votes compared to Jim Gavin's 41. Picture: Niall Carson/PA</p>

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Billy Kelleher's strong support can't be counted as votes against Micheál Martin

Cork MEP had a strong showing in his bid for the Fianna Fáil presidential election nod. But, as the Taoiseach said, the referendum on Martin's leadership was the last general election

<p>Taoiseach Micheál Martin looks on as former Dublin Gaelic football manager Jim Gavin speaks to the media outside Leinster House after he was declared Fianna Fáil's candidate for the presidential election. Picture: Niall Carson/PA </p>

politics

Presidential race: How Jim Gavin won the right to run for Fianna Fáil

<p>Mr Gavin is said to have "spoken well" to members of the parliamentary party, with Mr Kelleher's speech also praised. Picture: PA</p>

politics

Jim Gavin wins vote to become Fianna Fáil nominee for president

Who is Jim Gavin? From Dublin GAA supremo to presidential election candidate

politics

Who is Jim Gavin? From Dublin GAA supremo to presidential election candidate

Paul Hosford: Still waiting for forgiveness, Bertie Ahern bows out of the race for the Áras

No Repro FeeTaoiseach Bertie Ahern wishes former Taoiseach Albert Reynolds a happy birthday at the launch of the fourth edition

comment-analysis

Mick Clifford: Micheál Martin sidelined Bertie Ahern just as Bertie ditched Albert Reynolds

Eamon De Valera 50th anniversary

Bertie Ahern rules out presidential bid as Fianna Fáil leadership backs Jim Gavin

Former taoiseach Bertie Ahern has confirmed he will not seek the presidency, citing Fianna Fáil’s backing of rival Jim Gavin

Thu, 04 Sep, 2025

Jim Gavin inches closer to Fianna Fáil presidential nod with backing from six more TDs

Jim Gavin inches closer to Fianna Fáil presidential nod with backing from six more TDs

Former Dublin GAA manager now has 31 public backers, compared to the five secured by Ireland South MEP Billy Kelleher

Wed, 03 Sep, 2025

US import tariffs

'I want a competition, not a coronation': Anger within Fianna Fáil over election process

Cork MEP Billy Kelleher has received sufficient nominations to get on the internal ballot, despite receiving less public endorsements than former Dublin GAA manager Jim Gavin

Tue, 02 Sep, 2025

Jim Gavin secures senior ministers' backing ahead of FF vote on presidential nomination

Jim Gavin secures senior ministers' backing ahead of FF vote on presidential nomination

Mr Gavin has more than 20 public endorsements, including all eight senior Fianna Fáil cabinet ministers

Tue, 02 Sep, 2025

Eamon De Valera 50th anniversary

Fianna Fáil vote on presidential candidate feels about as party political as it gets

There are some TDs, senators and MEPs who feel that the vote on their presidential nominee will also be on the identity of the party

Mon, 01 Sep, 2025

European and local elections

Taoiseach's backing of Jim Gavin 'not at all' politically embarrassing, says Billy Kelleher

Mr Kelleher said he intends to 'travel the country' over the next couple of days to speak to elected representatives of his party

Mon, 01 Sep, 2025

Brother Kevin Crowley funeral

Presidential election: Fianna Fáil's Jim O’Callaghan endorses Jim Gavin

Mr O’Callaghan’s decision to back Mr Gavin means all of Fianna Fáil’s senior Cabinet ministers have come out for the former Dublin GAA manager

Mon, 01 Sep, 2025

Billy Kelleher faces battle for Fianna Fáil nomination

Billy Kelleher faces battle for Fianna Fáil nomination

Some party sources feel the momentum is in favour of Jim Gavin — but others say those who wish to vote against Micheál Martin's pick may be slower to make their intentions known

Sun, 31 Aug, 2025

Jim Gavin 30/7/2025

Jim Gavin endorsed by two Fianna Fáil ministers in presidential nomination bid

His endorsement by two ministers and a number of TDs seen as close to Micheál Martin effectively confirms that he will ask the parliamentary party for its approval

Fri, 29 Aug, 2025

CC LEINSTER HOUSE

TD urges Fianna Fáil to hold open contest to decide presidential nominee

A number of possible Fianna Fáil candidates have been floated in recent days

Sun, 24 Aug, 2025

Fianna Fáil MEPs to meet Ursula von der Leyen to outline views on Gaza

Fianna Fáil MEPs to meet Ursula von der Leyen to outline views on Gaza

The EU Commission president survived a far-right-led motion of censure in the European Parliament on Thursday morning

Thu, 10 Jul, 2025

US Ambassador to Ireland hosts 4th July celebrations

Elaine Loughlin: College fees could be the snag that will unravel an already fractious Coalition

Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael had long been eyeing each other with growing distrust, long before Simon Harris and James Lawless blew up the discord over student fees

Sun, 06 Jul, 2025

Taoiseach and Japanese prime minister pledge to deepen economic and trade links

Taoiseach and Japanese prime minister pledge to deepen economic and trade links

Shigeru Ishiba welcomed that Japan was the first Asian country Micheál Martin had opted to visit since his re-election as Taoiseach

Wed, 02 Jul, 2025

'He’s not the minister anymore': Fianna Fáil bristles over Harris student fee push

'He’s not the minister anymore': Fianna Fáil bristles over Harris student fee push

Coalition tensions escalate as Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael diverge on plans for student fees in upcoming budget

Fri, 27 Jun, 2025

Von der Leyen dice que la respuesta de Israel a Hamás "mostrará que es una democracia"

S Billy Kelleher: Ursula von der Leyen does not speak for the EU on Israel and Iran

This is not the first time the European Commission president has exceeded her powers in relation to foreign policy — when it comes to Israel, she just can't help herself

Tue, 17 Jun, 2025

Ban on trade with illegal Israeli settlements

Elaine Loughlin: Presidential poker — who’s bluffing, who’s stalling, and who’s really in the race?

With no clear frontrunner and all parties hesitating, the presidential race risks becoming a political last-minute scramble

Sun, 08 Jun, 2025

Paul Hosford: Is Jim O’Callaghan quietly winning the Fianna Fáil succession race?

Paul Hosford: Is Jim O’Callaghan quietly winning the Fianna Fáil succession race?

Once overlooked, Jim O’Callaghan has re-emerged as a key political figure — and a serious contender for Fianna Fáil leadership

Sat, 31 May, 2025

CC LEINSTER HOUSE

Fianna Fáil TD apologises for inaccurate Dáil claim about British army actions in Ireland

Cathal Crowe says he misspoke during a debate on Gaza, formally correcting Dáil record after strong criticism

Thu, 29 May, 2025

Plans to commemorate William the Conqueror 'a step too far', says Sinn Féin TD

Plans to commemorate William the Conqueror 'a step too far', says Sinn Féin TD

The year-long commemoration in 2027 aims to celebrate 'a shared history that has shaped the island of Ireland and Europe'

Tue, 20 May, 2025

Tenancy Agreement

Tenant-in-situ scheme concerns 'bubbling along for several weeks'

The tenant-in-situ scheme had seen local authorities authorised to step in and buy a rental property if the landlord was selling up, allowing the tenants to continue renting

Thu, 08 May, 2025

Irish stalking bill amendments

Browne's reputation 'seriously wounded' after housing tsar candidate withdraws

A Fine Gael minister added the process of naming Mr McDonagh had 'pissed off' a lot of people in Fine Gael, while a senior party source said the 'entire episode has been a disaster'

Thu, 01 May, 2025

Stardust nightclub fire

Taoiseach admits 'Dáil isn't working' over speaking rights row

Micheál Martin: 'I kept speaking, but there were attempts to drown me down in a very co-ordinated way'

Fri, 28 Mar, 2025

New Taoiseach appointed

Further Dáil disruption expected over questioning slots for Independent TDs

It is expected that Sinn Féin will formally confirm the no confidence motion on Friday, after Ms Murphy refused to step down as Ceann Comhairle on Wednesday

Thu, 27 Mar, 2025

€4.5m of 'evaporated' funds used in disability transport initiatives, department claims

€4.5m of 'evaporated' funds used in disability transport initiatives, department claims

Fianna Fáil TD for Cork North-Central Pádraig O'Sullivan told the Dáil that the money had not been spent and that those chosen to receive the funds had not yet received the money

Sun, 23 Mar, 2025

New housing development

Fianna Fáil TDs want councils to override public consultation to speed up building

Meeting which minister James Browne attended hears calls to override public consultation on county development plans

Sun, 16 Mar, 2025

Mick Clifford: If housing is a priority, why are 5,000 homes stuck in limbo?

Mick Clifford: If housing is a priority, why are 5,000 homes stuck in limbo?

Despite government promises of a 'step change,' funding delays and bureaucracy are worsening Ireland’s housing crisis instead of solving it

Tue, 11 Mar, 2025

General Election Ireland 2024

Mick Clifford: Foul play in the Dáil? Micheál Martin’s Irish dribble leaves everyone confused

A linguistic slip — or strategic play? Taoiseach’s Dáil exchange sparks debate over language, politics, and truth

Sun, 23 Feb, 2025

A quarter of FF voters polled would have voted differently if they knew real housing data pre-election

A quarter of FF voters polled would have voted differently if they knew real housing data pre-election

The public did not learn until after the election that the number of homes built last year was 32,525, significantly fewer than the 40,000 figure that had been touted by the government

Sun, 23 Feb, 2025

Arts Council to be reviewed

Paschal Donohoe refuses to back boom-era tax relief

A new Strategic Housing Activation Office is also due to be established, which will be responsible for unblocking infrastructure delays

Tue, 18 Feb, 2025

Elaine Loughlin: Seanad is padded out with has-beens, wannabes, and losers

Elaine Loughlin: Seanad is padded out with has-beens, wannabes, and losers

Taoiseach's nominees to the upper house include failed election candidates, prospective TDs, and others using the upper house of the Oireachtas as a step-down facility

Wed, 12 Feb, 2025

Fianna Fáil senator Mark Daly expected to become next Seanad Cathaoirleach

Fianna Fáil senator Mark Daly expected to become next Seanad Cathaoirleach

The Kerry Senator received eight total votes in the first round, while Mr Wilson received seven while Ms Fitzpatrick received four

Tue, 11 Feb, 2025

RTÉ sports journalist Evanne Ní Chuilinn is to become a Fine Gael senator

RTÉ sports journalist Evanne Ní Chuilinn is to become a Fine Gael senator

In a surprise announcement, Tánaiste Simon Harris said Ms Ní Chuilinn would be a 'fantastic addition' to the Fine Gael team

Fri, 07 Feb, 2025

Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael 'should cut all ties with Michael Lowry'

Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael 'should cut all ties with Michael Lowry'

Opposition call on the Taoiseach and Tánaiste to convene a meeting of party leaders to put an end to the row before the Dáil resumes on Wednesday

Fri, 31 Jan, 2025

Housing stock

'No reference' to commission's recommendations in housing plan

Michelle Norris, a professor of social policy at UCD, said she was 'really disappointed' that no commitment was given to even examine the report's advice

Mon, 27 Jan, 2025

New Taoiseach appointed

Mick Clifford: Luckless Micheál Martin made to wait for his day in the sun

Just when Micheál Martin was to finally experience the traditional pomp and ceremony that comes with being appointed Taoiseach, the opposition had other ideas

Wed, 22 Jan, 2025

New Taoiseach appointed

ieExplains: What are Dáil speaking rights and what is the current row about?

We take a deeper look at what is causing the division

Wed, 22 Jan, 2025

Fianna Fail ard fheis conference

Micheál Martin set to return as Taoiseach as coalition prepares to choose ministers

TDs are due to gather in the Dáil chamber from 10.30am, before the process itself begins at 11am. Here's how the day is expected to unfold

Wed, 22 Jan, 2025

Programme for Government

Harris 'has to look at Cork as a counterbalance to Dublin' in ministerial ranks

The outgoing minister of state for public health said there is a significant argument for Cork to be well-represented at ministerial and junior ministerial level

Tue, 21 Jan, 2025

Fine Gael members vote 'overwhelmingly' to support coalition deal

Fine Gael members vote 'overwhelmingly' to support coalition deal

With both parties having accepted the deal, the path is now clear for Micheál Martin to be voted in as the Taoiseach when the Dáil resumes on Wednesday

Mon, 20 Jan, 2025

Fianna Fail leader Micheal Martin

Fianna Fáil members vote overwhelmingly in favour of coalition

The result saw 812 votes in favour, compared to 62 votes against.

Sun, 19 Jan, 2025

ieExplains: What is a junior minister?

ieExplains: What is a junior minister?

Here's everything you need to know

Thu, 16 Jan, 2025

'Ambitious' programme for government with Martin as Taoiseach until November 2027

'Ambitious' programme for government with Martin as Taoiseach until November 2027

Smaller class sizes, cheaper childcare, and no change to pension age are among the measures agreed by Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael, and Independents

Thu, 16 Jan, 2025

Throat examination

How much of a win is the programme for government for Fianna Fáil?

From GP cards for under-12s and lowering pupil-teacher ratios to transport policing, party insiders point to FF manifesto pledges which have made it into the programme for government

Wed, 15 Jan, 2025

Irish Government formation

Elaine Loughlin: Independents' freewheeling nature makes them unpredictable partners

Independents have given FF and FG a path to power but some are untested politically while others have courted controversy and caused headaches for previous administrations

Wed, 15 Jan, 2025