Analysis

Varadkar’s Dáil attack hints at frustration over SF’s polling surge, but is unlikely to sway voters

Verbal attacks in the Dáil may act as a deterrent to the opposition but they are of questionable use

There is already a very poor relationship between Varadkar and Doherty. Last year, Varadkar accused Doherty of ‘workplace bullying’ in the Dáil while Doherty told him that he needed to ‘get real’ about the housing crisis