Michael Collins in pole position in Cork South West

The Schull TD has tallied at around the 27% mark, well clear of Fianna Fail Cllr Christopher O'Sullivan in second place on around 15%.

Independent Michael Collins will coast home in Cork South West, with tallies indicating a battle to follow him for the remaining two seats.

The Schull TD has tallied at around the 27% mark, well clear of Fianna Fáil Cllr Christopher O'Sullivan in second place on around 15%.