Micheál Martin Reappointed as Taoiseach After Contentious Parliamentary Vote

The Fianna Fáil leader forms a coalition government with Fine Gael and independents, pledging reforms in housing, health, and justice.

Micheál Martin was formally reappointed as Taoiseach following a 95-76 vote in the Dáil Éireann, after delays caused by disputes over parliamentary speaking rights.
The new coalition government includes Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael, and several independent TDs, marking a continuation of their partnership that began in 2020.
Martin has announced a refreshed Cabinet lineup, with key appointments including Jim O’Callaghan as Justice Minister and Jennifer Carroll MacNeill as Health Minister.
The government has outlined priorities including tackling Ireland’s housing crisis, implementing health digitalization, and reforming the Department of Justice to address immigration and integration issues.
Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald criticized the coalition as offering 'more of the same,' while also highlighting the reduced number of women in the Cabinet.