Elaine Loughlin: Micheál Martin has nowhere to hide at Fianna Fáil think-in

Issues of election failure and a party lacking in purpose are set to dominate at a tense two-day meeting in Co. Cavan

A lot will be riding on how Mr Martin comes out of what is expected to be a gruelling and tough two days for the party. Photo: David Creedon

As members of Fianna Fáil gather in Co. Cavan for their think-in, Micheál Martin must find a new route out for a party that has lost its way.

The gathering provides the Taoiseach, who has faced mounting criticism from some within his own party, with the first opportunity to eyeball each of his elected representatives for the first time since entering Government.