Talks on government formation have broken up for the day - without any discussion on Irish Water. Both Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil deny that a deal has been reached on Irish water and say the matter was not brought up during four hours of talks today. Talks will resume tomorrow - with Fianna Fail saying issues like health and childcare also need to be resolved. Fine Gael's Simon Coveney says more time is needed to examine some of the issues on water charges:
Menwhile, Fianna Fáil's Barry Cowen says he's prepared to continue talks over the weekend - but says the issues cannot be rushed:
