Michael Fitzmaurice third TD to join new Independent Ireland party

Michael Fitzmaurice is to 'take the leap of faith' and join the Independent Ireland party.

Michael Fitzmaurice, the Roscommon-Galway TD, is to join the Independent Ireland party. Mr Fitzmaurice becomes the third TD to join the country's newest party, led by Cork South West TD Michael Collins.

Mr Collins said he was "delighted" that Mr Fitzmaurice would be joining the ranks of the party, which was formed last year.