Adams: SF will oppose 'tooth and nail' any continuation of former govt policies

Sinn Féin President Gerry Adams has topped the poll in Louth, with more than 15,000 first preference votes.

It is his first time running in an election in the Republic.

Today has been a good day Sinn Féin, with two seats won so far - Mr Adams' and Pearse Doherty in Donegal.

Mr Adams said Sinn Féin would support the Government when they are engaged in projects in the national interest, but would oppose "tooth and nail" any movement in the "same direction, with the same old policies" as the former government.