Agreeing new government by January 22 'tight', admits Harris

Taoiseach Simon Harris said it is his belief that a government will be formed by the end of the month. Picture: Niall Carson/PA

Government formation negotiations are "in the landing zone" to conclude in January, the Taoiseach has said.

However, Simon Harris accepted that having a new government by the time the Dáil sits on January 22 would be "tight".