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Kerry Labour councillor agrees that merger with Social Democrats is possible

Jan 4, 2024 13:15
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Kerry Labour councillor agrees that merger with Social Democrats is possible

Kerry's longest-serving Labour county councillor agrees with his party leader's comment that a merger with the Social Democrats is possible.

Ivana Bacik said such a merger is “possible”, as she said the two parties had no ideological differences.

However, Social Democrats leader Holly Cairns said Labour's approach to Government is not compatible with her party.

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The Labour Party has languished in the doldrums since the 2016 general election, with opinion polls indicating support of around 3 or 4%.

Cllr Terry O'Brien says the party hasn't got a boost since Ivana Bacik became leader in 2022.

He says the party needs to explore options:

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