Fine Gael eyes John Mullins as third candidate for Cork South Central seat

It comes as speculation continues about the possible addition of businessman John Mullins as a third candidate on the Fine Gael ticket

Senator Tim Lombard and Cllr Noel O'Donovan will bid to win back a Dáil seat for Fine Gael in Cork South West. Picture: Andy Gibson.

Senator Tim Lombard and Cllr Noel O’Donovan, a former garda, have been selected by Fine Gael in a bid to win back a Dáil seat for the party in Cork South West in the general election.

Mr Lombard, with 21 years of political experience and a senator since 2016, said he has the experience, knowledge and enthusiasm to represent the constituency as a TD.