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# the dance begins

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reaching out

Michael Noonan 'presumes' talks with Fianna Fáil will begin after Thursday

It’s the first time a senior Fine Gael minister has openly discussed negotiations with Fianna Fáil.

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Mar 8th 2016, 2:53 PM

the dance begins

The Independent Alliance had a "constructive" meeting with Enda

It comes ahead of the vote for Taoiseach next Thursday.

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Mar 4th 2016, 1:15 PM