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Ireland set for another coalition Government as General Election counting continues

The article from IrishCentral discusses the mechanics of forming a government in Ireland following a general election. It explains that a party or coalition needs to secure at least 80 seats in the Dáil Éireann, Ireland's lower house of parliament, to form a government. The piece outlines the process where, after the election, the President invites the leader of the largest party to form a government. If this leader cannot form a government, the opportunity is then given to other party leaders. The article also touches on the complexities of coalition formations, the role of smaller parties and independents, and the potential for a government to be formed with less than 80 seats if it can survive a vote of confidence. Additionally, it mentions the historical context, including the 2016 election where Fine Gael formed a minority government with support from other parties and independents.

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[ https://www.irishcentral.com/news/politics/how-many-seats-to-form-a-government-ireland ]