Ryan not surprised by discontent over FF

The Minister for Energy Eamon Ryan has said he's not surprised that people are missing the good times.

It comes as the latest opinion poll shows that support for the Government is suffering.

50% of people indicated that they feel Bertie Ahern would be a better leader than Brian Cowen in the current financial difficulties.

The Irish Times/TNS MRBI poll also shows that almost two thirds of people think Mary Harney should step down as Health Minister.

Green Party Minister Eamon Ryan added that the Government will have to weather the storm.