Half of FF TDs vote against Eighth referendum
Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin is facing a widescale backbench revolt over his pro-choice abortion views, after half of his party’s TDs voted against allowing any referendum on the Eighth Amendment.
Try from €1.50 / week
SUBSCRIBEBy Fiachra Ó Cionnaith, Daniel McConnell and Juno McEnroe
Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin is facing a widescale backbench revolt over his pro-choice abortion views, after half of his party’s TDs voted against allowing any referendum on the Eighth Amendment.
Already a subscriber? Sign in
You have reached your article limit.
Annual €130 €80
Best value
Monthly €12€6 / month
Introductory offers for new customers. Annual billed once for first year. Renews at €130. Monthly initial discount (first 3 months) billed monthly, then €12 a month. Ts&Cs apply.
CONNECT WITH US TODAY
Be the first to know the latest news and updates
Newsletter
Keep up with stories of the day with our lunchtime news wrap and important breaking news alerts.
Saturday, February 7, 2026 - 1:00 PM
Saturday, February 7, 2026 - 7:00 AM
Saturday, February 7, 2026 - 3:00 PM
© Examiner Echo Group Limited