Simon Harris pledges supports for farmers, families, and businesses

Ahead of his party's ard fheis, the incoming Taoiseach refused to give any indication of who he may appoint to his Cabinet

Speaking ahead of the 82nd Fine Gael ard fheis at the Clayton Hotel, Galway, Simon Harris said the party is 'fighting fit'. Picture: Dan Linehan

Extra supports for farmers, families, and small businesses will be prioritised by incoming Taoiseach Simon Harris.

The Fine Gael leader has strongly hinted that further measures to help farmers who have suffered an "absolutely brutal" year are on the cards along with supports to reduce costs for businesses as well as parents with young children.