Two Mayo candidates in contention for Euro seat

By Caoimhín Rowland

Both of the Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael candidates from Mayo are well in the running to win a seat in Brussels.

The first count results were announced tonight from the TF Royal Hotel and Theatre by the returning officer.

Luke ‘Ming’ Flanagan tops the poll (78,214) but nobody has reached the quota after the first count.

Maria Walsh MEP (71,476) has polled strongly but less than her running mate, first-time candidate Nina Carbery (73,888)

Lisa Chambers (44,069) had a strong campaign but has polled weaker than Offaly Fianna Fáil TD Barry Cowan (73,908).

Saoirse McHugh received 18,976 votes, 3,000 less than Peter Casey.