Joe Flaherty lost his place in the Dáil after the general election.
Joe Flaherty has confirmed he will seek a place in the Seanad.
The former TD lost his seat in the recent general election, placing sixth just outside.
As a result, Fianna Fáil are down a seat in Longford Westmeath, with Fine Gael taking two this time round.
Mr Flaherty says he believes he still has a role to play:
Westmeath Man Accused Of Serious Assault Sees Case Refused District Court Juristicion
Keith Grehan will return to court in October.
MEP Takes Aim At Meta Over Child Safety Policies
Nina Carberry wants Meta to adopt US child safety measures for Ireland and the EU.
Cannonball 2026 Heading For Offaly Today
Cannonball has raised €2,281,871 for Irish Children’s Charities.
Missing Westmeath Teenager Found Safe And Well
Chloe Spencer had been reported missing since Sunday.
Uisce Éireann Faces €8.2m Charge For Shannon Pipeline In Offaly
Uisce Éireann could be charged as much as €100,000 per kilometre.
Arts Council Awards Over €17m In Funding To 220 Recipients Nationwide
Westmeath recipients will receive €126,500.
Regional Health Forum Chair ‘Shocked’ As Spending Powers Are Curbed
Day to day spending powers are being removed from four health regions.
Athlone Burlesque Star Brings Festival Back For A Fourth Year
Athlone burlesque performer Memphis Shell discusses the history, confidence and community behind the artform ahead of the Heart of Ireland Burlesque Festival.
