Gráinne Seoige officially seeks Fianna Fáil general election nod

The TV presenter's bid to replace Mr Ó Cuív emerged last week, following the veteran TDs decision to step back

Gráinne Seoige is now set to seek the nomination to replace outgoing Galway West TD Éamon Ó Cuív. Picture: Brian McEvoy

TV presenter Gráinne Seoige has officially put her name forward to contest the next general election for Fianna Fáil.

Ms Seoige is now set to seek the nomination to replace outgoing Galway West TD Éamon Ó Cuív, as she faces a crowded field of candidates in the upcoming selection convention.