Verona Murphy refuses to step down as opposition leaders publish no-confidence motion

The motion is a one line declaration stating that the 'Ceann Comhaire no longer retains the confidence of all members of Dáil Éireann'

Opposition leaders are considering a no-confidence motion in Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy after chaotic Dáil scenes. Picture: Oireachtas Press Office via RollingNews.ie

Verona Murphy will not be stepping down from her role as Ceann Comhairle despite calls from the Opposition to reflect on her position.

Opposition party leaders on Wednesday formally agreed to introduce a motion of no confidence in Ms Murphy, with a one line declaration stating that the “Ceann Comhaire no longer retains the confidence of all members of Dáil Éireann”.