‘Bittersweet emotion’ for Vivienne Crowley on taking father’s Limerick council seat

A UCC law graduate yesterday spoke of her “bitter sweet” emotions when she was co-opted onto Limerick City and County Council.

Vivienne Crowley, aged 23, was nominated by Fianna Fáil to fill the vacancy created by the sudden death of her father, Cllr Joe Crowley, who collapsed when out canvassing for Deputy Willie O’Dea during the general election.

After her co-option, Cllr Crowley said: “To be nominated to fill the vacancy created by my dad’s death is a bittersweet moment and I only hope I can live up to his reputation for being a passionate and committed councillor. I know he would be overjoyed to see me take his seat and I wish I could tell him all about it. I think he would be so proud. It is an emotional day, but I am really so glad for him and our family.