Chambers: Jim Gavin’s account of rental dispute 'contradicted' by documents provided to Fianna Fáil

Fianna Fáil's deputy leader has rowed in behind Taoiseach Micheál Martin and insisted due diligence was done on Jim Gavin before the former Dublin manager withdrew from the presidential election race 

Former presidential election candidate Jim Gavin and Fianna Fáil director of elections Jack Chambers. When asked several times if he accepts responsibility as director of elections, Mr Chambers declined to answer. File picture: Stephen Collins/Collins Photos

Presidential election candidate Jim Gavin’s account of a rental dispute was “contradicted” by documents provided to the party by the tenant, Jack Chambers has confirmed.

Fianna Fáil's deputy leader, however, rowed in behind Taoiseach Micheál Martin and insisted due diligence was done on Mr Gavin.