Dragons’ Den star gets presidential bid boost

DRAGONS’ Den star Sean Gallagher’s presidential hopes have received a major boost after Clare and Donegal county councils pledged to back his bid for the Áras.

In votes at the local authorities June meetings last night Mr Gallagher narrowly won the initial support of both organisations.

In Clare, the motion to pledge to nominate the businessman when the election is formally called was passed 16 to 15.