Many grassroots members of Fianna Fáil are open to negotiating a coalition with Sinn Féin rather than Fine Gael after the next election, but this leaves Mr Martin and one of his potential successors, Jack Chambers, open to coalition talks with Sinn Féin rather than Fine Gael after the next election. This is inconsistent with his position.
Sinn Féin on top
A POLITICO Irish poll shows Sinn Féin's approval rating is the highest in the country at 28%, several points below its 2023 peak. Its base appears to be weakening among right-wing nationalists who dislike Sinn Féin's support for immigrants.
The current combination of Fine Gael (20%), Fianna Fail (18%) and a third coalition party, the Greens (4%), still has a chance of winning a parliamentary majority after 2025. ing. Their coalition already has special support from local independent politicians, who constitute a powerful force in Irish politics and widely dislike Sinn Féin's socialist stance.
Irish National Assembly poll
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Senior Fine Gael MPs told POLITICO that Varadkar's resignation could be key to restoring the party's electoral fortunes in time for June's double vote.
The lawmaker, speaking on condition that his identity not be disclosed, said: “I've been a friend and supporter of Leo for many years and I don't want to punch a good guy when he's down, but it's obvious to good people.” Meanwhile, his eyes are off the ball. , the mind is not focused on work as before. As parties involved, we felt that we were not on the same page. A newcomer at the top with a more disciplined message is exactly what we need right now. ”
Fine Gael chairman Alan Dillon said Mr Varadkar's resignation had “taken everyone by surprise” but said Mr Harris' rise could help the party recover quickly from what he likened to an “earthquake”. Ta.
He believes Fine Gael's annual conference, to be held on April 6 at a university in Galway on Ireland's west coast, will be the ideal venue for the new leader to win back voters.
Referring to the position of the party that runs the government, Mr Dillon said: “Every time this next election is held, this government will be re-elected, Fine Gael will win seats under new leadership, and we will have a historic fourth quarter. I am confident that he will be able to lead the government for his full term.” This is the longest period of uninterrupted rule since 2011. “It's achievable. A new leader will bring new energy.”
