Micheál Martin told to deliver byelection win or face heave

Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin has been put on notice that he could face a heave if the party fails to win the looming Carlow-Kilkenny byelection.

As discontent in the party intensifies after a slate of poor showings in opinion polls, Mr Martin must lead the party to victory in the crunch Dáil showdown in May if he is to secure his job.

The byelection is set for May 22, the same day as the same-sex marriage referendum.