Fine Gael TDs want economic ‘realism’, Coveney told

Speaking during a party reference group over the government formation talks with Fianna Fail and the Greens, Mr Coveney was optimistic about a deal being done in the days ahead, sources have said.

Tanaiste Simon Coveney has been told by Fine Gael figures that there must be “realism” and prudence in any economic plans after the Covid-19 pandemic.

Speaking during a party reference group over the government formation talks with Fianna Fail and the Greens, Mr Coveney was optimistic about a deal being done in the days ahead, said sources.