Voting pact paves way for Lowry’s son to become mayor

A VOTING pact between Fine Gael, the Labour Party and the political grouping formed by Independent TD Michael Lowry has paved the way for Mr Lowry’s son to be installed as mayor of North Tipperary.

Micheál Lowry was unopposed for the position as the Fianna Fáil grouping on North Tipperary County Council did not have sufficient votes to pose a serious challenge for the post.

Mr Lowry’s elevation has increased speculation that he is being groomed to succeed his father as an independent TD for North Tipperary.