Ireland’s Coalition Government Falls Apart

Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil toppled from power

What happened?

The Irish government has collapsed after the Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil parties, which have led the government for the past 10 years, lost a confidence vote in parliament on Tuesday.

The vote was triggered by the resignation of Tánaiste(Irish deputy prime minister) Leo Varadkar, leader of Fine Gael, who said he could no longer support the government after a series of scandals.

Fianna Fáil, the senior partner in the coalition, also withdrew its support for the government, saying it had lost confidence in Varadkar's leadership.

What happens next?

The collapse of the government means that Ireland will now have to hold a general election, which is likely to take place in the coming months.

The main contenders in the election are expected to be Fine Gael, Fianna Fáil, and Sinn Féin, the main opposition party.

Sinn Féin is currently leading in the polls, and it is possible that the party could form a government with the support of other smaller parties.

What does this mean for Ireland?

The collapse of the government is a significant event in Irish politics, and it is likely to have a major impact on the country's future.

The new government will face a number of challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic, the housing crisis, and the cost of living crisis.

It is hoped that the new government will be able to address these challenges and build a better future for Ireland.