Paschal Donohoe to be nominated for second term as Eurogroup president

If he is successful, he will serve from the Public Expenditure brief currently occupied by Michael McGrath.

The issue has caused some controversy in government circles with some suggesting that Mr Donohoe should remain in Finance in order to keep the chair of the powerful group of European ministers. Picture: Julien Behal Photography

The Government will nominate Minister Paschal Donohoe for a second term as President of the Eurogroup, but he will serve in the role as Minister for Public Expenditure, not Finane.

The issue has caused some controversy in government circles with some suggesting that Mr Donohoe should remain in Finance in order to keep the chair of the powerful group of European ministers.