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Micheal Martin has formally become Taoiseach during a ceremony with the Irish president, Michael D Higgins.Earlier, Mr Martin said he was “thankful” to his supporters after he received the ...

The Fianna Fáil leader is Taoiseach again. Follow here for all the latest developments and updates throughout the day.

Mr Martin will formally become Ireland’s taoiseach during a ceremony with President Michael D Higgins at his official residence at Aras an Uachtarain in Dublin. Mr Higgins will sign the warrant ...