Fianna Fáil seeks to abolish all water charges

Fianna Fáil leader Micheal Martin has denied performing a “U-turn” on water charges after confirming his party is now seeking to completely abolish the fees.

Alan Kelly

The situation occurred as former environment minister Alan Kelly challenged Fianna Fáil to publish legal advice which claims to show Ireland can avoid an EU backlash if it scraps the charges.

The Labour TD was adamant Ireland will be hit with severe fines if it makes the move.