Mica scandal threatens Coalition as TDs revolt

Government party politicians demand 100pc redress for families who are in danger of losing their homes

Fine Gael TD Joe McHugh says he has ‘a right to be on the side of the people’

Rodney Edwards

Several Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil TDs could cause the collapse of the Coalition within weeks if Housing Minister Darragh O’Brien does not deliver a “suitable” scheme for families affected by mica, a senior government source has warned.

It is understood a number of politicians may consider their positions if owners of crumbling homes in Donegal and Mayo and other counties are not given 100pc redress when Mr O’Brien announces his proposals next month.