Rapid rise for North Tipperary candidate Alan Kelly

WHEN he came from virtually nowhere to win the nomination to contest a seat for Labour in the European Parliament in 2009, Alan Kelly told party members he would run "the most professional campaign you have ever seen".

Rapid rise for North Tipperary candidate Alan Kelly

As his pledge suggested, he is not a politician known for doing things by half, particularly when it comes to ambition. Possessed of confidence that rivals sometimes characterise as arrogance, Kelly is a man who knows what he wants and usually achieves it, helped by what his colleagues describe as “master” electioneering skills.

And so it was no surprise to many that, just three years after becoming a TD, he was elected deputy leader of his party.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €130 €65

Best value

Monthly €12€6 / month

More in this section

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Keep up with stories of the day with our lunchtime news wrap and important breaking news alerts.

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

© Examiner Echo Group Limited