Ciara Phelan: A new Dáil term is a time for a refresh, but it's the same old story for Fianna Fáil

A meeting between Micheál Martin and a group of up to 30 rebel TDs and senators is likely be held next week, after the party think-in.

One Fianna Fál TD said their last 'proper conversation' on the phone with Taoiseach Micheál Martin was 10 months ago. Picture: Conor Ó Mearáin / Collins Photo Agency

The new Dáil term is viewed as a time to hit the reset button, a fresh start — but for Micheál Martin, it seems old habits die hard.

Fianna Fáil is holding its think-in over the next two days in Co Westmeath, and some TDs and senators are still carrying the baggage that was weighing them down since their annual outing in Cavan last year.