Cabinet row after Green Party accused of trying to 'run riot' with public finances

The Green Party was criticised for trying to 'wedge through' a large number of items, including a proposal to spend more than €1bn from a long-term fund on retrofitting of State-buildings, including schools and hospitals.

A Cabinet row has erupted, with ministers accusing the Green Party of trying to "run riot" with the public finances on the eve of the election.

The coalition has clashed over spending during the final Cabinet meeting, with the Green Party criticised for trying to "wedge through" a large number of items, including a proposal to spend more than €1bn from a long-term fund on retrofitting of State-buildings, including schools and hospitals.