FF scraps interviews for election candidates

FIANNA Fáil has scrapped its controversial interview system for Clare election candidates, party leader Micheál Martin has confirmed.

FF scraps interviews for election candidates

He admitted the system had cost them two council seats in Clare in the 2009 local elections.

Michael Begley from Clonlara, a former Fianna Fáil councillor, and PJ Ryan from Sixmilebridge failed to get a party nomination in the last local elections after going through the interview process.

You have reached your article limit. Already a subscriber? Sign in

Unlimited access starts here.

Try from only €0.25 a day.

Cancel anytime

More in this section

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Get a lunch briefing straight to your inbox at noon daily. Also be the first to know with our occasional Breaking News emails.

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited