#mairead-mcguinness

#mairead-mcguinness

Following the health concerns during the summer that forced her to withdraw from the presidential election, Mairead McGuinness is back on the circuit. The former MEP and European Commissioner has been spotted at two gigs with a European flavour in recent weeks. She saw Enda Kenny presented with the inaugural Trinity European Laureate Award a few weeks back and attended the European Movement Christmas party in the Mansion House last week.

Mairead McGuinness demonstrated true resilience and strength across her career in journalism and politics. Her fierce competitiveness was often balanced by her intrinsic kindness and unwavering commitment to hard work and excellence.

Winding up her speech, Nina Carberry pulled out the horseracing cliches. "Four more days to go, the last hurdle is left, the final flight is in front of us. Keep going, vote number one Nina Carberry on June the 7th and let's make change happen."

Catherine Connolly officially launched her Independent campaign for the Presidency, promising not to take her full salary but looking forward to a United Ireland 'very soon'.

Frances Fitzgerald's announcement not to run for president avoids an awkward choice between her and Mairead McGuinness, both of whom are highly regarded.