Tánaiste Micheál Martin rebuffs ageist claims from Fine Gael, emphasizing politics' substance.

Tánaiste Micheál Martin has dismissed as "silly" and ageist claims from Fine Gael that he is "grumpy" and "tetchy." He criticized these briefings as a political tactic aimed at contrasting him with Fine Gael's younger leader, Simon Harris. Martin emphasized the importance of substance in politics, focusing on issues like housing and public service funding. He also expressed a desire for clarity on the upcoming election date and pledged additional support for Shared Island initiatives.

November 03, 2024
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