Michael McGrath seen by colleagues as ultimate 'safe pair of hands'

Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform  Michael McGrath and Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe. Picture: Julien Behal

Michael McGrath was first elected to Dáil Eireann in 2007 along with Dara Calleary, Timmy Dooley and Niall Collins.

His elevation to national politics followed his stints on Cork County Council and Passage West Town Council.