Coalition moves one step closer as Fine Gael vote in favour of deal

Fine Gael members have voted to ratify the Programme for Government.

The Parliamentary Party approved the programme on a final vote of 93 point 9 percent in favour, with 6 point 1 percent opposed.

The move will make way for a coalition between Fianna Fail, Fine Gael and a group of Independents.

Fianna Fail members yesterday approved the document, with 93 percent in favour.