The Government coalition has defended its stability as a limited reshuffle is expected following the announcement of Finance Minister Michael McGrath as Ireland’s nominee for EU Commissioner.

The Taoiseach and Tánaiste have both said a “high calibre” person will be announced as Ireland’s EU Commissioner nominee after Cabinet meets on Tuesday morning.

Simon Harris said he also expected any vacancy that arises at Cabinet because of the appointment to be filled on Tuesday.

The nomination of Mr McGrath by Fianna Fail leader Micheál Martin was discussed at a meeting of the three…