The Social Democrats has received a huge boost in its hopes to win a third Dáil seat after Dublin-Central Independent TD Maureen O'Sullivan announced she will not contest the General Election. The decision by Ms O'Sullivan brings to an end her 11-year career as a TD. “I have been canvassing around here for the past six years, and the issues coming up are primarily family issues. Announcing her retirement, Ms O'Sullivan who succeeded the late Tony Gregory said it was a difficult decision to take. Paschal Donohoe, the sitting Fine Gael TD for the area, paid tribute to Ms O'Sullivan highlighting her commitment to public service and her warm personal manner.

Source: Irish Examiner January 16, 2020 19:18 UTC