Battle for FG leadership over weekend
It is expected that an intense weekend of lobbying lies ahead for hopefuls for the Fine Gael leadership.
Four candidates have so far declared their intention to run.
Enda Kenny, Phil Hogan, Richard Bruton and Gay Mitchell will now go into battle for Michael Noonan’s position.
Mr Noonan resigned his leadership following Fine Gael's adverse election.
Its unclear who has the best chance of securing the Fine Gael leadership for the 29th Dail.
