Fine Gael TDs backing calls for Brexit minister

A number of government TDs are backing the idea of a Brexit minister amid concerns Taoiseach Enda Kenny is unable to focus on securing the best deal for Ireland.

Several Fine Gael TDs have told the Irish Examiner it is time a full-time minister, potentially at senior Cabinet level, is considered in order to best protect Ireland’s interests in Britain’s EU exit.

A number of TDs also want Mr Kenny to press British prime minister Theresa May when she visits Dublin today about a special side deal over Brexit.