Social Democrats willing to discuss coalition with 'any party', says leader Holly Cairns 

Social Democrats Leader Holly Cairns has spent the year aiming to attract disaffected or politically homeless voters, saying that her ascension to the role has been 'exhausting, exhilarating and exciting', as well as 'a huge privilege'.  Picture: Gareth Chaney/Collins 

The Social Democrats would discuss coalition with any party, but will maintain red lines on Sláintecare, housing and disability services, leader Holly Cairns says.

The party holds its national conference on Friday and Saturday, the first since Ms Cairns was elected as leader in March of last year. The event in Dublin's University College Dublin (UCD) will see an address from the Palestinian ambassador Wahba Abdalmajid on Friday, before Ms Cairns gives her leaders' address on Saturday evening.