Fine Gael TDs put pressure on Simon Harris to call general election before Christmas 

One FG source said it would be 'bonkers' not to go to the country early on the back of a budget 'pitched at middle-income earners'

Taoiseach Simon Harris is coming under pressure from Fine Gael TDs and senators to call a general election shortly after Budget 2025. Picture: Maxwells

Taoiseach Simon Harris will head into his first Fine Gael think-in with many TDs and senators eager to see him set a date for the next general election in the coming weeks.

Fine Gael has almost finished selecting its candidates and many are keen to see the election held in the weeks after the October 1 budget. However, Mr Harris has steadfastly refused to countenance going to the polls early.