Ireland has delayed choosing its new prime minister after a row over speaking rights sparked angry scenes in parliament.
The Irish Parliament, called the Dail, had this morning convened to nominate a new prime minister, with Fianna Fail leader Micheal Martin poised to take on the position.
However, the process was pushed back hours – and eventually adjourned until Thursday – after a dispute over the new government led to widespread disorder and clashes.
Mr Martin had been due to take on the role of prime minister – or taoiseach – after his party made an agreement with another, Fine Gael, and a selection of independents.
However, a disagreement over whether some of the independents would be given opposition speaking time led to Wednesday’s proceedings ending without the new Irish leader being officially chosen.
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