Exclusive: Micheál Martin 'not going anywhere' amid rumblings over leadership of Fianna Fáil

In an exclusive interview with the Irish Examiner, Micheál Martin says he 'absolutely would' contest any motion of no confidence in his leadership of the party, but 'hopes it doesn’t come to that'

Taoiseach Micheal Martin: 'I've never been one of these kind of leaders that tries to suppress dissent.' Picture: Niall Carson/PA

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has said he will fight any no-confidence motion in his leadership of Fianna Fáil, but “hopes it doesn’t come to that”.

In an exclusive interview with the Irish Examiner, Mr Martin insisted he is "not going anywhere", as he has a mandate from the Irish people. He also claimed the criticism of his leadership has been made personal.