Councillors’ Superbowl BBQ hots up over bill

A FLORIDA politician has picked up a $1,200 (€1,111) tab following complaints about a barbeque party for 27 councillors on a visit from Ireland.

Seminole County Commission Chairman Daryl McLain has agreed to pay the money after local residents complained about spending US tax payers money on the 27 councillors 17 of whom also brought at least one family member on the trip.

The party, to celebrate the American Football Superbowl Final, also included a campfire singsong involving 50 people.