Micheál Martin has been elected Taoiseach for the second time.
The Fianna Fáil President recieved the support of 95 TDs, with 76 voting against.
Speaking in the Dáil chamber, the Corkman thanked his family for their years of support.
"As they have grown, my children Micheál Aodh, Aoibhe and Cillian have moved from being observers to being pillars for me," he said.
"I have been blessed to have a partner in Mary who has done so much more than just keeping me rooted.
"No position I have held and nothing I have achieved could have been possible without her."
Minister Martin, who previously served as Taoiseach between 2020 and 2022, will now head to Áras an Uachtaráin.
Upon arrival, President Higgins will sign a Warrant of Appointment and hand him the Seal of the Taoiseach to him.
Cabinet appointments will then be announced by the new Taoiseach, each of whom will be given a Seal of Office by the President.
A Cabinet meeting will be held shortly afterwards.
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