Sinn Féin set to launch manifesto today

The General Election campaign steps up today with political parties canvassing for support around the country.

Sinn Féin will launch its manifesto today to outline how it plans to run the country if elected on February 25.

Party leader Gerry Adams will be flanked by party vice-president Mary Lou McDonald, Dáil leader Caoimhghin O Caolain and Finance Spokesman Pearse Doherty at the launch in Dublin.