Defiant Gilmore defends his leadership

Eamon Gilmore has defended his leadership of the Labour Party amid questions raised about his tenure by frustrated party members.

Following the resignation of another parliamentary party member last week, the Tánaiste said the Coalition would not step back from the challenge of fixing the economy.

His defence yesterday came after a conference of Labour members at the weekend heard talk of a possible meltdown in support at next year’s local elections.