John McGuinness ‘snubbed’ as Sean Fleming set for PAC chair

John McGuinness is set to be overlooked for a return as chairman of the Public Accounts Committee — the second time in as many weeks he has been snubbed by his own party.

The Carlow-Kilkenny TD is believed to be on the verge of losing out to Laois TD Sean Fleming in the race for the role; Mr Fleming is understood to be Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin’s preferred appointment.

Despite making it clear he is interested in the role, Mr McGuinness has yet to be told by Mr Martin if he is being considered.