MEP Kelly urges Fine Gael to contest presidency

MEP Seán Kelly has called on Fine Gael to reconsider allowing a candidate to contest the presidency as he reiterated his desire to run for the Áras.

MEP Kelly urges Fine Gael to contest presidency
Tue, 17 Jul, 2018 - 01:00
Juno McEnroe

Mr Kelly said Fine Gael supporters feel “sidelined” after Sinn Féin decided it will field a candidate and amid a growing number of potential Independent candidates.

Dragons’ Den star and businessman Gavin Duffy also confirmed he is “considering seeking a nomination” for the presidency.

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