Councillor to resign to relocate to Switzerland

A Kerry politician, who was co-opted to Killarney Town Council following the sudden death of his father in 2009, has confirmed that he will resign his seat at a meeting of the local authority on Monday night.

Hugh Courtney, who was due to become mayor of his hometown next year, said his decision is due to work commitments.

An accountant by profession, he has been offered a role leading a financial team for an American multi-national company and the post will involve extensive travel throughout Europe.