Cork councillor considers quitting over 'vicious lies and harassment'

'I feel unsafe and uncomfortable,' says Sinn Féin councillor Danielle Twomey
Cork councillor considers quitting over 'vicious lies and harassment'

Danielle Twomey: 'It has really made me question whether I need this in my life, if I should really put myself forward for election next year.' File picture

A Cork county councillor has spoken out about “vicious lies” spread about her and “relentless” alleged harassment which have made her feel unsafe and afraid.

Sinn Féin councillor for East Cork  Danielle Twomey said the alleged harassment has been so unrelenting that it has made her consider resigning from politics and a job she loves.

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