Ciara Phelan: Marc MacSharry’s departure from Fianna Fáil leaves a sour note in the party

Emotions are running high within Fianna Fáil with most TDs disappointed at MacSharry's departure — regardless of their mixed views about the man himself

Senior Fianna Fáil members privately express regret that Marc MacSharry TD is no longer a member, but some of them also say he was 'difficult' and 'disruptive' to deal with. File picture: Gareth Chaney/Collins

Keep your friends close and your enemies closer is a worthy piece of advice that Taoiseach Micheál Martin has decided to ignore.

Emotions are high within the Fianna Fáil party following Marc MacSharry’s resignation, with the majority of TDs disappointed with the outcome despite which side they supported.