Conor McGregor calls for support of local councillors in run for presidency

McGregor criticised the Government for rising homelessness and 'mass migration'

Conor McGregor, who in July lost his appeal against a High Court jury’s finding that he assaulted Nikita Hand, has repeatedly indicated he wants to contest the upcoming election. File photo: Leah Farrell/© RollingNews.ie

Former MMA fighter Conor McGregor has called for local councillors to back him in his bid to run for president.

Mr McGregor, who in July lost his appeal against a High Court jury’s finding that he assaulted Nikita Hand, has repeatedly indicated he wants to contest the upcoming election.