Cope doesn't rule out looking for Leas Ceann Comhairle role

A Donegal TD has refused to be drawn on the ongoing controversy surrounding the probability of Independent TD Verona Murphy becoming Ceann Comhairle.It comes as votes are being counted this afternoon in the race for the coveted position.The 34th Dáil has met for the first time since the general election.Many see Fianna Fail and Fine Gael's backing of Verona Murphy as being a gesture of good faith in government formation talks.Donegal Fianna Fail TD Pat the Cope Gallagher previously held the Leas Ceann Comhairle position from 2016 -2020.Deputy Gallagher didn't rule out putting his name forward for the position again when the time comes: