Stalemate on the cards as negotiations between Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil break down

Recriminations resurfaced last night during government formation talks between Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil after both sides spent the day scrambling to lock down the support of Independents.

A breakdown in the talks late last night is expected to result in a further stalemate when another vote for Taoiseach goes ahead in the Dáil today.

However, efforts on both sides stalled suddenly after disagreement ensued between the parties’ negotiating teams.