Eoghan Murphy TD resigns...

bobbysands81

By election within 6 months.

Always came across as a decent sort and went through a hard time as Housing minister. Going back to work internationally. Always seemed out of his depth as that Minister and often looked like he had enough.

https://www.rte.ie/news/2021/0427/1212292-politics-eoghan-murphy/

PommieBast

This'll be fun to watch..

is_that_so

Kate O'Connell to mount a comeback?

Colonel Claptrap

I was in the RDS count centre when he was returned in the last election. The boos and slurs from a certain cohort was disgusting.

Who would want to be a politician in this day and age? Not me.

pjdarcy

If he has the same effect on international affairs as he did on the housing situation in Ireland then god help us all...

Mav11

is_that_so wrote: »

Kate O'Connell to mount a comeback?

Hazel for the Dail!!!

Colonel Claptrap

I assume Hazel Chu will put herself forward.

Sanjuro

He called to the door during the 2016 election. Babbled and sputtered on when challenged on his policies until his handler interrupted and went "I think it's time to move on, Eoghan." Absolutely shambolic politician. Good riddance.

Mav11

Colonel Claptrap wrote: »

I assume Hazel Chu will put herself forward.

Hazel, as a woman from a minority ethnic background, I reckon that's a safe bet.

Colonel Claptrap

Colonel Claptrap wrote: »

I assume Hazel Chu will put herself forward.

Might quieten her cough a bit if she isn’t as popular as she thinks she is.

odyssey06

He should never have been put into such a crucial portfolio as Housing with so little experience.

Totally out of his depth.

Mav11

Strawberry Milkshake wrote: »

Might quieten her cough a bit if she isn’t as popular as she thinks she is.

Would she not have picked up that vibe from the Senate vote? Probably not!!

bobbysands81

Colonel Claptrap wrote: »

I was in the RDS count centre when he was returned in the last election. The boos and slurs from a certain cohort was disgusting.

Who would want to be a politician in this day and age? Not me.

...and the spin starts!

is_that_so

Mav11 wrote: »

Hazel, as a woman from a minority ethnic background, I reckon that's a safe bet.

Ryan is already the TD there and FG had nearly 30% of the vote the last time so it would favour them quite strongly. Former TD could be run for them.

Colonel Claptrap

Mav11 wrote: »

Hazel, as a woman from a minority ethnic background, I reckon that's a safe bet.

It's an interesting dynamic with Eamon Ryan already holding a seat in Dublin Bay South. It splits the green vote at the next general election. This is a disaster for Eamon Ryan.

Mav11

Mav11 wrote: »

Would she not have picked up that vibe from the Senate vote? Probably not!!

Is that senate vote over and done with? I voted to abolish so I take no interest in it anymore.

Cal4567

And didn't he struggle enough last year from memory, in getting elected. What actually is 'international affairs'?

I'd say he's bagged something already by the sounds of it and we'll get an announcement in a few weeks. An EU/UN funded role, hazarding a guess.

It's a tough gig being either a Housing or Health Minister in this country.

Mav11

Colonel Claptrap wrote: »

It's an interesting dynamic with Eamon Ryan already holding a seat in Dublin Bay South. It splits the green vote at the next general election. This is a disaster for Eamon Ryan.

I sense another row involving Hazel, about to break out in the Greens.

Bubbaclaus

Colonel Claptrap wrote: »

I was in the RDS count centre when he was returned in the last election. The boos and slurs from a certain cohort was disgusting.

Who would want to be a politician in this day and age? Not me.

Abuse of politicians certainly seems to have escalated significantly in recent years.

You couldn't pay me enough to be one.

bobbysands81

Cal4567 wrote: »

And didn't he struggle enough last year from memory, in getting elected. What actually is 'international affairs'?

I'd say he's bagged something already by the sounds of it and we'll get an announcement in a few weeks. An EU/UN funded role, hazarding a guess.

It's a tough gig being either a Housing or Health Minister in this country.

The Housing gig is only a tough gig because the policies that are being implemented are so short sighted... the Health gig is a far tougher nut to crack and I have no idea why anyone would want that portfolio.

Kivaro

This would be a good opportunity for a protest vote against this shambolic coalition government.

ahnowbrowncow

I have more respect for him now than before, not many TDs give up living off the public teat willingly and also the influence that it brings.

Mav11

Kivaro wrote: »

This would be a good opportunity for a protest vote against this shambolic coalition government.

Until you look at the alternatives.

Kivaro

Mav11 wrote: »

Until you look at the alternatives.

Is there not enough time to put forward an 'alternative' alternative?

Cluedo Monopoly

The cynical me wonders whether there will be similarities with the Dara Murphy scandal. Has that FG chancer paid back those dodgy expenses yet??

ThewhiteJesus

i liked him it's my area that he represented, please, please do not let Kate O'Connell take his seat, she's the biggest charlatan of the lot

Beechwoodspark

Poor ol murphs

Leo’s mudguard.

Took a lot of sh1t due to his socodu accent and image

Ah well

Needing Garda protection from far left abuse is not nice
https://www.thejournal.ie/housing-eoghan-murphy-protest-4654386-May2019/

Cluedo Monopoly

Cluedo Monopoly wrote: »

The cynical me wonders whether there will be similarities with the Dara Murphy scandal. Has that FG chancer paid back those dodgy expenses yet??

The very CYNICAL me wonders about the timing??? 10yrs he's had on the ultimate gravy train..... after 10yrs does he get a very tasty dream pension????

conorhal

The epitome of an Irish politician, forever failing upwards.

Floppybits

ahnowbrowncow wrote: »

I have more respect for him now than before, not many TDs give up living off the public teat willingly and also the influence that it brings.

I am sure he is not giving it up without having something equally as generous to fall back on. As others have said I wouldn't be surprised to see him in an EU/UN type role.

Was out of his depth as a Minister.

bobbysands81

ahnowbrowncow wrote: »

I have more respect for him now than before, not many TDs give up living off the public teat willingly and also the influence that it brings.

He will get a large severance payment of at least €50,000 I believe.

He will also be entitled to a pension due to his time as Minister and TD.

The gravy train keeps on giving.

Mad_maxx

Colonel Claptrap wrote: »

I was in the RDS count centre when he was returned in the last election. The boos and slurs from a certain cohort was disgusting.

Who would want to be a politician in this day and age? Not me.

would this be the same crowd who booed Michael McDowell in 2007 ?

Cluedo Monopoly

Kivaro wrote: »

This would be a good opportunity for a protest vote against this shambolic coalition government.

Not in Dublin Bay South. They'd be status quo people.

Interesting to see whether FF contest and how SD & Labour do but FG/Kate should take the seat.

Floppybits

Can't see FG losing this seat in a by-election. I can see FF and maybe the Green's standing aside and letting FG have a clear run at it.

Mad_maxx

Mav11 wrote: »

Hazel, as a woman from a minority ethnic background, I reckon that's a safe bet.

the only sure thing is she will be guarenteed a lot of media support

Jinglejangle69

Hopefully a housing minister who is good will push through the right to housing and everyone who wants a subsidised house gets one.

He never wanted to give all of those who demanded a house their wish.

biko

Mr Murphy, who worked in the UN system previously, is returning to a role in international affairs.

Better pay and more glory I assume.

bobbysands81

Floppybits wrote: »

Can't see FG losing this seat in a by-election. I can see FF and maybe the Green's standing aside and letting FG have a clear run at it.

Why would they stand aside? It’s at least a chance to build a candidate’s profile for the future though I do agree it’s a safe FG seat... unless Hazel Chu gives it a good rattle.

elefant

How common is it for a TD to bail out a year after being elected? If I was one of his constituents I'd feel a bit duped.

Beechwoodspark

He’s on Claire Byrne at the moment

He says he has his eye on a job that’s related to his degree

He says he didn’t feel right applying for jobs in his TDs office in Leinster house

Keyzer

I honestly don't blame him, he was on a loser from day one, trying to fix a complete sh1tshow of a situation - a dreadful hospital pass.

No matter what he did he would have been criticized.

is_that_so

elefant wrote: »

How common is it for a TD to bail out a year after being elected?

It's his third term and life circumstance change for TDs just like everyone else.

Jinglejangle69

elefant wrote: »

How common is it for a TD to bail out a year after being elected? If I was one of his constituents I'd feel a bit duped.

Are you saying people shouldn't have the right to resign if they wish too?

Beechwoodspark

The chu chu train leaves the station now

destination

Cushy number
Leinster house
Kildare st
Dublin 2

elefant

Jinglejangle69 wrote: »

Are you saying people shouldn't have the right to resign if they wish too?

If the decision is just a change in career direction, I'd have some qualms around a public representative just pulling out. I'm not saying it's not his right. People voted for him to be their TD.

gifted

Dear God,

We have a by-election in 6 months....if your really up there, please anyone but a Green fruitcake....the country is still reeling from this pandemic, the last thing it needs is a green fruitcake.

MrMusician18

elefant wrote: »

How common is it for a TD to bail out a year after being elected?

It's becoming more common. Murphy's star has fallen, and while he could've been considered a future contender for leadership, without a ministers portfolio it is going to be a long march and rehabilitation back to the top. So just like Brian Hayes, he's voted no this - an easier life exists elsewhere for him.

If he had got a ministry, even a minor one, he wouldn't be resigning today.

Beechwoodspark

MrMusician18 wrote: »

It's becoming more common. Murphy's star has fallen, and while I've could be considered a future contender for leadership, without a ministers portfolio it is going to be a long march and rehabilitation back to the top. So just like Brian Hayes, he's voted no this - an easier life exists elsewhere for him.

If he had got a ministry, even a minor one, he wouldn't be resigning today.

He was overlooked for a ministerial role. I’d say it was a shock to the system for him.

He would’ve loved foreign affairs but Coveney has that sewn up

bobbysands81

bobbysands81 wrote: »

He will get a large severance payment of at least €50,000 I believe.

He will also be entitled to a pension due to his time as Minister and TD.

The gravy train keeps on giving.

since when is €50k a large severance payment and when is a severance payment = pension earned.
You picked that number out of your @rse.
as a TD for only 10 years and full Minister for only three years his termination/payment will be modest enough considering the time served.

Banana Republic 1

Murphs going to the UN before the Leak takes the spot.

A woke run off twix Hazel and Kate to follow.