Molloy golden handshake makes waves on campaign trail

CONTROVERSY over the golden handshake to former Fás boss Rody Molloy has entered the Lisbon campaign, with Sinn Féin referring to the Government’s handling of the issue in the party’s call for a No vote in Friday’s referendum.

Green Party leader John Gormley expressed concern that the controversy “could prove a distraction” and was being exploited by No campaigners. However, he appealed to voters to focus on the real issues in the treaty.

“We have to work hard on the issues and ensure we campaign strongly in the last few days. It will be difficult and I think the last few days will be crucial,” he said.