Fianna Fáil’s Billy Kelleher declares intention to run for Europe amid party anger

Fianna Fáil Cork North Central TD Billy Kelleher has declared his intention to formally contest the forthcoming European elections, now that MEP Brian Crowley is stepping down.

Speaking to the Irish Examiner, Mr Kelleher paid tribute to Mr Crowley, saying “a colossal void” will be left by him on the European stage, but confirmed he will now go forward for nomination by the party.