Joe Carey to resign as TD following medical advice

Mr Carey informed Clare Fine Gael party members that his decision was based on medical advice and added that he 'had to put himself, his wife and family first and retire from a job that he loved'. Photo: Eamon Ward

Clare TD Joe Carey has announced his resignation, confirming his decision not to contest the next general election.

Mr Carey, who has been on sick leave since March of last year, confirmed he will not be a candidate in the next general election. The Irish Examiner last night revealed that his sister Leonora will contest the local selection convention to replace him.