Mick Clifford: Instead of vision, Fine Gael offers 'Toy Show' treatment

The volume of candidates who are largely unknown outside their council wards is a particular problem for Fine Gael, as over half their compliment of TDs are stepping down, writes Mick Clifford

Taoiseach Simon Harris puts on a performance Irish dancing while out canvassing  with Billy O'Shea in Killorglin, Kerry, over the weekend. Picture: Fergal Phillips/Released on behalf of Fine Gael.

The Fine Gael manifesto launch represented an episode of Christmas coming early, with Santa struggling under the weight of goodies — particularly for children. 

Like the Late, Late Toy Show, the glossy documents had something for everybody in the audience. Or at least those in the audience who represent the electorate.