The former Minister of State is expressing concerns over the move.
The Green Party should have either run its own Presidental candidate, or avoided backing one.
That's the view of former Minister of State for the party, Pippa Hackett.
The Offaly woman is criticising them for joining other left leaning parties in backing Catherine Connolly and is joining another former colleague Brian Leddin in expressing concern on her views.
She says the Greens need to rebuild:
Longford Westmeath TD Questions HSE Over Delays In Care For Sick Children
Sorca Clarke is asking why the HSE isn't dealing with serious child health cases.
Offaly Boxing Club Recognised For Inspiring Community Impact
Edenderry is one of the sports clubs who benefit from National Lottery Good Causes funding.
EPA Water Report Still Shows Progress - Barry Cowen
The Midlands MEP feels the latest EPA report is being viewed too negatively.
Jadotville Memorial Confirmed For Westmeath Town
Mullingar is set to get its own memorial in the next few months.
Supermarkets Attacking Producers In Milk Price War - IFA
President of the IFA, Ballinakill's Francie Gorman feels cheaper milk prices will drive some dairy farmers out of the sector.
Laois Whistleblower Evicted From Home Over Mortgage Arrears
A re-possession order was issued on Noel McGree's home yesterday morning in Portlaoise.
Westmeath Councillors Push LDA For Barracks Update
All six councillors for the Mullingar area are seeking a meeting with the LDA on Columb Barracks.
Security Guard Hired To Keep Enoch Burke Away From School Grounds
It's after Mr Burke has continued to breach a court order to stay away from Wilson's Hospital School.
Westmeath Poet Up For Awards At Red Line Book Festival
James Anthony will be presenting his work during this week's festival.
Mobility Access At Midlands Heritage Sites Under Review By OPW
Locals have raised concerns about accessibility at sites like Emo Court and Parklands.
Rise In Chimney Fires Sparks Fire Safety Week Warning
82% of deadly fires occur in homes without a working smoke alarm.
Two Teenagers To Stand Trial Over Alleged ‘Slammer Gun’ Attack In Westmeath
The incident took place in the Ardleigh Park area of Mullingar on July 14th this year.
Staff Shortages Blamed For Midlands Hospice Planning Delay - Aoife Masterson
Offaly County Council is seeking clarity from the HSE on recently submitted details.
Teenager Pleads Guilty After 200 km/h Car Chase To Laois
The 17 year old is facing charges of endangerment of life, using a stolen car and 13 counts of dangerous driving on April 21st.
Bord na Móna Must Prioritise Farm Safety Amid Flooding Concerns - Ciaran Mullooly
The Midlands MEP feels the company don't see farm safety as their main issue.
Shane Ryan To Feature In Enhanced Games Next May
The 31 year old announced his retirement from swimming last week.
Offaly Among Worst Affected Counties In National Water Quality Decline
The EPA has identified the Midlands as having the most significant rise in nitrate concentrations.
Midlands MEP Raises Alarm Over Livestock Safety After Shannon Callows Flooding
Severe flooding has impacted the Shannon Callows near Athlone over the past week.
Westmeath Company Recognised With Gold Membership Award
The Kilbeggan company is one of 136 Gold Membership winners for 2025.
Gardai Ask For Public's Help In Locating Missing Midlands Man
Thomas 'Tommy' Egan was last seen cycling torwards Knockcroghery last Friday.
