Labour Party and Social Democrats Prepare for Government Negotiations Post-General Election
The Labour Party is set to discuss its strategies for government negotiations following the General Election, while the Social Democrats plan meetings with Sinn Féin to explore coalition options. Leaders Micheál Martin and Simon Harris will participate in a British-Irish Council meeting to discuss potential government formation, leaning towards Independent TDs as partners. The Dáil is scheduled to convene on December 18, with outgoing Ceann Comhairle Seán Ó Fearghaíl seeking re-election amid calls for stability.