Taoiseach denies claims of political deals over Beaumont Hospital investment

Micheál Martin insists no agreements were made with Independent TD Barry Heneghan despite local investment announcement

Independent TD Barry Heneghan at Leinster House, where the Dail hears nomination of the Taoiseach and of other members of the Government. Picture: Sam Boal/Collins Photos

The Taoiseach has rejected assertions that there are specific agreements with Independent TDs for their support, after Barry Heneghan cited investment in Beaumont Hospital as an example of his alleged deal.

The Government has repeatedly denied there are constituency deals for Independent TDs in exchange for their support of the Coalition.