Elaine Loughlin: Verona Murphy clings on but further trouble lies ahead

Her perceived ineptitude was perhaps part of the reason why the coalition leaders shied away from providing a full-throated support of the Ceann Comhairle 

'The palpable anger has petered out for now, but Ms Murphy must get a handle on her position or there will be further trouble ahead'. Picture: 

Verona Murphy may have clung on as Ceann Comhairle, but her ability to do the job should still be seriously questioned.

The opposition was never going to gather the numbers to oust the Ceann Comhairle from her €260,000 a year position, which is above politics and requires a level of respect that ensures the Dáil runs smoothly.