Micheál Martin's position secure 'for now' amid moves to oust him

Michéal Martin on a visit to Princes St and surrounding areas in Cork City on Friday. The Taoiseach is under pressure from some Fianna Fáil TDs, but ministers have come out in support of his leadership. Picture: Michael O'Sullivan

Taoiseach Micheál Martin’s position as leader of his party appears secure “for now”, despite moves afoot by a small number of his own TDs to oust him.

The Irish Examiner has confirmed that a draft motion of no confidence is in circulation among some TDs after the party’s disastrous showing in the Dublin Bay South by-election.