Labour-Fine Gael return would be ‘greatest snub’ to voters

An ousted Labour TD has claimed voters will be given “one of the greatest snubs in history” if his party returns to power with Fine Gael.

Former Clare TD Michael McNamara insisted party leader Joan Burton must turn down any requests from Enda Kenny to join a new government, amid continuing speculation the outgoing coalition could be set for a dramatic comeback.

In recent days, it has emerged that Fine Gael is seeking the help of Labour’s seven remaining TDs to build a more stable minority government than one based on Independents’ support.