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.

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.