Eviction ban

Whether Micheál Martin and Leo Varadkar can convince and cajole any of the smaller parties into government remains a tall order but is not impossible, writes Political Editor Daniel McConnell.

A number of Fine Gael ministers do not believe a government can be formed and that a second general election will be needed.

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin will hold joint meetings with the leaders of other parties and the Regional Independent Group next week, it has been confirmed.