The P Factor reigns as poll toppers and pole climbers vie for attention

THE phonetics of the P-word posed some problems for politicians and the public at the ploughing in Athy, Co Kildare, yesterday.

Topping the poll to become the next President was the aim of the campaigning politicians and their supporters.

But for the public the joy was in watching other people climb a pole in an all-Ireland competition that required stamina and agility.