Following a successful electoral performance, Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael are expected to form a coalition government. With 86 seats, they are close to the majority needed. Sinn Féin has secured 39 seats despite entering the election in a weak position. Labour and Social Democrats are under consideration for coalition participation, while the Green Party's loss of seats has raised concerns.
The next Government will most likely be a Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael coalition, supported by 'sensible' independents. With a total of 86 seats, the coalition is close to the 87 seats needed for a majority in the Dáil. Sinn Féin , though in poor condition before the election, has secured 39 seats, slightly falling short of Fine Gael 's 38 and Fianna Fáil 's 48.
Post-election, Labour and Social Democrats are under scrutiny as potential partners, with both parties facing the challenge of aligning their memberships with any coalition deals. The Green Party's significant loss of seats has heightened the scrutiny, with critics warning of potential political strain if either Labour or Social Democrats join the coalition without the other
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