Michael Clifford: The rise and fall — and continued local popularity — of Michael Lowry

One of the most promising ministers in 1994, Michael Lowry was Fine Gael’s great hope. A series of findings against him over the years continued with yesterday’s conviction. So how is he one of the richest TDs and still topping polls in Tipp, asks Michael Clifford.

For some who have followed the life and times of Michael Lowry, the slow grind of the wheels of justice has finally achieved a result.