Tensions within coalition dismissed

Eamon Ryan says he wants to 'build political consensus' for green policies

Green Party leader Eamon Ryan said 'there is no arrogance in his party’s approach to Government'.

Government figures have moved to dismiss tensions within the coalition, after Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil candidates repeatedly attacked the Green Party in recent days.

Both Fine Gael’s Regina Doherty and Fianna Fáil's Lisa Chambers have taken aim at the junior coalition party, with the former accusing the Green Party of being arrogant and autocratic.