Who will replace Simon Coveney in Cork South Central? 

Former MEP candidate John Mullins is one of six in contention to be the Fine Gael nominee 
Who will replace Simon Coveney in Cork South Central? 

Simon Coveney with former MEP candidate John Mullins. Picture: Brian Lougheed

Up to six candidates are in contention to replace Simon Coveney as the Fine Gael nominee in Cork South Central at the next election, including the former MEP candidate John Mullins.

In a letter to the party's organisation in Cork South Central on Wednesday, Mr Coveney announced he would be standing down as TD at the next election.

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