Opposition to re-jig teams ahead of new Dáil term

OPPOSITION leaders Enda Kenny and Pat Rabbitte are finalising major shake-ups of their front bench teams ahead of the new Dáil term.

Both are expected to unveil revamped shadow cabinets early next month ready to take on a rejuvenated Government when the Oireachtas returns in late September.

Mr Kenny faces the tricky task of rewarding strong performers in the election campaign while giving a leg-up to many of the new intake of TDs who now number half the parliamentary party.