The final list of appointees is set to be finalised this evening.
A former Fianna Fail minister wants both government deputies from Longford/Westmeath to receive junior positions in cabinet.
Mary O'Rourke's party colleague Robert Troy and Fine Gael's Peter Burke are among a host of names being considered.
The final list of appointees has yet to be signed off on, but is set to be approved at a cabinet meeting this evening.
The former Health Minister says both TDs are ready to step up:
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