Ex-Voice of Ireland star hoping to run for Fine Gael in Waterford local elections 

'I am going to attend the convention on Monday, and I hope that I am selected as a Fine Gael candidate'

Back in 2012, Richie Hayes was runner-up on the Voice of Ireland, coming in second place to Pat Byrne. Picture: Gareth Chaney

Panto and ex- Voice of Ireland star Richie Hayes is putting himself forward for selection to run in the local elections next year for Fine Gael.

The singer, who has also made an appearance in Mrs Brown’s Boys, confirmed to the Irish Examiner that he will be putting himself forward for selection at a convention on Monday night for Tramore-Waterford city west.