Simon Harris, leader of Fine Gael, is set to engage in discussions with the Labour Party and Social Democrats to form a new government following recent elections. He stressed the importance of forming a stable coalition with the support of independents, while also respecting the electoral mandates of all elected officials. Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin emphasized the need for a government capable of serving a full five-year term and highlighted the significance of compromising with independent representatives for long-term stability.

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