#Elections2019: Kelly set to top Ireland South poll but candidates must wait to learn fate
Sean Kelly is set to become the first MEP elected in Ireland South on Monday.
An announcement for the first count is expected at around 1pm Monday after counters, who struggled with the 2ft-long ballot paper, are set to be sent home at around 11pm tonight.
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