Taoiseach Facing Calls to Resign
Taoiseach Micheál Martin is facing calls to step down as leader of Fianna Fail due to the decision to select Jim Gavin as the party's candidate for the Presidential Election.
- TDs and councillors are appealing for Martin's resignation.
- A review of the party's handling of the campaign will take place over the next two weeks.
- Martin's role will also be under scrutiny during the review.
Irish Times Political Editor Pat Leahy notes that newer members of Fianna Fail have many reasons to be upset with their leader.
Author's summary: Taoiseach Micheál Martin faces resignation calls.