Question of Taoiseach's departure as Fianna Fáil leader 'more serious than it has ever been'

Despite the pressure, Micheál Martin's position may not come under threat until after next month’s by-election

Speaking in Berlin, Micheál  Martin downplayed suggestions that he was in danger. 'I do not, in any shape or form, feel under threat in that respect,' he said. File Picture: Grainne Ni Aodha/PA 

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has hit back at detractors, insisting his position is not under threat, as ministers and backbenchers publicly rallied around the Fianna Fáil leader.

Questions about the Taoiseach’s leadership of Fianna Fáil re-emerged on Wednesday after a joint letter from three of the youngest Fianna Fáil TDs, Albert Dolan, Ryan O’Meara, and James O’Connor, setting out criticism of the party’s leadership.