Non-Irish Water issues close to being resolved

Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil’s negotiating teams are today expected to finalise a series of non-Irish Water issues equally central to any government formation deal.

The matters, which are believed to be close to resolution, include deals on rent supplement, mortgage relief, health reforms, childcare, and schools services.

It is believed the parties’ talks teams outlined the need to agree on the points to ensure any deal leads to a viable government. However, none of the issues are likely to prevent the deal from being signed off on before the bank holiday weekend.