Childers in row over Labour group

THE resignation of MEP Proinsias De Rossa has led to a row over how his successor as Labour delegation leader should be chosen.

Nessa Childers, one of three Labour members in the European Parliament, objects to the individual being selected by the parliamentary party in Dublin.

The Ireland East MEP says she has left the delegation and has no plans to rejoin, and so will not be available to be chosen.