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Independent TDs and groupings now fear backing either of the main parties would be politically toxic.

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Gerry Adams open to meeting with Micheál Martin or Enda Kenny

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Enda Kenny has been asked by Fine Gael ministers to begin talks with Fianna Fáil on any government options after he returns from his St Patrick’s Day visit to the US.

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