Kenny: Cowen should immediately dissolve Govt

Speaking following the resignation of Brian Cowen as Fianna Fáil leader today, Fine Gael leader Enda Kenny called for the immediate dissolution of the Government.

"The Taoiseach's attempt to remain as Head of Government despite losing the confidence of his own party is another sad example of Fianna Fáil putting their own survival ahead of the country's survival," Mr Kenny said in a statement.