Michael Healy-Rae says a positive meeting has been held with Fianna Fáil regarding government formation.
He and his brother Danny - both independent TDs for Kerry - said they were open to talks about going into and supporting government - if the deal was right for Kerry.
Deputy Healy-Rae believes talks between Fianna Fáil and the Independent Group of Regional of eight TDs does not preclude the Healy-Raes' being involved in government formation.
Michael Healy-Rae met with the Tánaiste, Míchael Martin, for an hour on Wednesday, in which he said he laid out the Healy-Raes' priorities for the county.
He says no commitments were made on either side, however, they will continue to talk; and the phone remains on to anyone who wishes to engage with them.
