FG Cllrs Instructed to Block Nomination of Independents

Independent presidential hopefuls criticise Fine Gael plan to block council nominations

Independents Nick Delehanty and Gavin Sheridan describe party’s move to narrow path for outsiders as undemocratic and disappointing

Fine Gael councillors told to block nominations of independents such as McGregor

The order from party headquarters comes as special council meetings kick off on Monday to consider applications from aspiring presidential candidates.

Fine Gael blocks councillors from backing independents in presidential race

Fine Gael councillors have been ordered to back Heather Humphreys only, leaving independents scrambling for crucial council support

Fine Gael tells its councillors to oppose Independents' nominations for presidential election

Its position is that as the party has its own candidate in the election the party should collectively come behind her.

FG cllrs instructed to block nomination of independents

Fine Gael has instructed its 246 councillors around the country to block the nomination of potential independent presidential candidates.

Simon Harris bans Fine Gael councillors from helping Independents get on presidential ticket

Simon Harris is officially banning Fine Gael councillors from helping any Independent candidates get on the presidential election ticket.