Hanafin refuses to comment on cabinet reshuffle

Minister for Social and Family Affairs Mary Hanafin is refusing to be drawn on the possibility of a cabinet reshuffle this year.

Last weekend's election losses for Fianna Fáil led to speculation that the Taoiseach would drop some ministers and bring in some new blood.

Earlier today Fianna Fail TD Mattie McGrath called for a complete reorganisation of the Government's front-bench.

Minister Mary Hanafin says any possible reshuffle would be a decision for Brian Cowen.

Speaking in Dublin today, she said it is not clear what will happen.