Independents to launch new leftist party

Three Independent TDs will today unveil their new party- expected to be called the Social Democrats — which hopes to target disillusioned Labour voters in the next general election.

Fresh policies, how the party will expand, and its priorities will be announced by TDs Roisin Shortall, Stephen Donnelly, and Catherine Murphy following weeks of speculation.

It is expected that initially the party will not have a leader but will be registered, have its own website, and launch a number of policies on issues that will appeal to the electorate.