'No regrets': Gareth Sheridan's presidential election bid over as he fails to get Offaly and Meath's backing

There had been a belief in Gareth Sheridan's camp that he had the Offaly County Council nomination secured

Gareth Sheridan arriving with his wife Heidi at Offaly County Council in Tullamore. Picture: Niall Carson/PA Wire

Gareth Sheridan has acknowledged the end of his presidential campaign, saying it is “mathematically” not possible for him to secure sufficient nominations from local authorities.

Speaking to reporters after failing to get support from Offaly County Council, Mr Sheridan said: “It unfortunately didn’t work out this time – but no regrets.”