Another candidate has stepped forward to run in the upcoming General Election.
Sitting Leitrim Councillor Des Guckian has declared his intention to run as an Independent candidate in the Sligo-Leitrim constituency.
Councillor Guckian previously contested the 2016 general election, receiving 1,060 first preference votes.
Speaking to Ocean FM News, he feels, despite being an Independent candidate, he would be a voice for those on the ground:
