THE exit of Jim McDaid was in keeping with his career, his public persona and his political path. It left a bitter taste.

DR JIM MCDAID has apparently decided to quit active politics with immediate effect. He has stated that he is already concentrating on his medical practice.

FIANNA FÁIL yesterday played down suggestions it was trying to entice Independent Fianna Fáil TD Niall Blaney, following yesterday’s announcement by Jim McDaid that he will not contest next year’s general election.