'Time has come to focus on my health': Actor Jim Bartley leaving Fair City after 34 years

Many people will know his character Bela from the storyline a few years ago when he married his friend, Cass, in order to avoid a huge tax bill when gifting him some property.

Aisling O'Neill as Carol, Jim Bartley and Bela and Ciara O'Callaghan as Yvonne in Fair City

Carrigstown is preparing to say farewell to one of its most beloved residents.

Bela Doyle will exit Fair City as actor Jim Bartley has announced his retirement.