Left-wing coalition with Sinn Féin 'could be managed', says McDonald 

Ms McDonald said she would not rule any potential coalition partners out following the next general election, including current Government parties

The Sinn Féin leader was speaking in the wake of yet another strong opinion poll for her party. While she said her dream is a Sinn Féin majority, she conceded it may not be possible. Picture: Brian Lawless/PA

Mary Lou McDonald said that a coalition between Sinn Féin and a number of smaller left-wing parties need not be unstable and could “be managed”.

The Sinn Féin leader was speaking in the wake of yet another strong opinion poll for her party. While she said her dream is a Sinn Féin majority, she conceded it may not be possible.