Social Democrats to decide on whether to continue government formation talks

There has been a widespread expectation that the next government will be formed between Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael, and several independent TDs

Social Democrats deputy leader Cian O’Callaghan said it now looks 'increasingly likely' that independents would make up the third leg of a new coalition. Picture: Niall Carson/PA

The Social Democrats are to meet today as the party prepares to set out its plans on whether to remain in talks to form the next government.

The party is set to hold a meeting of its parliamentary party at 10am today, which is expected to discuss their next steps and whether or not to continue with government formation talks.