Ireland needs Fianna Fáil more than ever, says Martin

Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin has told party members that Ireland needs the party “now more than ever”.

Addressing delegates at the party’s selection convention for the Ireland South European constituency, Mr Martin described Fianna Fáil as a “pro-European party,” from the time when the late Seán Lemass first put forward the idea of applying for membership of what is now the EU.

“There are many challenges facing Ireland and Europe and we need MEPs who will represent people’s concerns and play a constructive role in tackling issues,” said Mr Martin.