Tánaiste Micheál Martin suggests Ireland's next general election in February, ruling out by-elections.

Tánaiste Micheál Martin of Ireland's Fianna Fáil party has indicated that the next general election is likely to be held in February, ruling out any by-elections beforehand. He stressed the importance of completing the budget and stated that legal advice suggests by-elections are unnecessary prior to the election. Martin emphasized his party's achievements in key areas such as housing and health while preparing for the upcoming electoral process.