Simon Coveney rules out immediate attempt to oust Enda Kenny

Housing Minister Simon Coveney has ruled out an immediate attempt to oust Taoiseach Enda Kenny.

On Wednesday, backbench TD John Deasy said at least “10 to 15” members of the parliamentary party now want Mr Kenny to step down.

While suggesting the issue “will come to a head before the end of the year”, the Waterford TD said that he believes the Taoiseach would survive a no-confidence motion at this stage and that it is likely any push will take place by spring or summer next year.