Talks between Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael under way

Senior Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil negotiators are holding further talks this afternoon on forming a government.

Talks are under way between the deputy leaders of Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael on the possibility of forming a government.

Tanaiste Simon Coveney and Fianna Fáil’s Dara Calleary are holding discussions on Wednesday before both parties engage in more detailed talks over the coming days.