FF backbenchers intensify bid for Dáil recall

FIANNA FÁIL backbenchers stepped up pressure on the Taoiseach last night to recall the Dáil to allow them debate the threatened war in Iraq and continued use of Shannon Airport by the US military.

Six Fianna Fáil backbenchers have stated their opposition to the US military’s use of Shannon.

The Taoiseach has signalled the Government will continue to allow the US use Shannon even if it goes to war without a UN mandate.