Taoiseach arrives in Longford to congratulate Gaby

An Taoiseach, Enda Kenny, is in the count centre in Longford.

He spoke of his pleasure at Gabrielle McFadden's impending success, and said it hadn't been easy for the McFadden family.

"I know for Gab McFadden that it tinged with a degree of nostalgia," he said.

He continued: "I know this is not an easy time for Gab McFadden, and I wish her all the best for the future."

 

THe fourth count saw the distribution of Brian Fagan's 4,985 votes. 

Hogan P, SF +742    8,756

McFadden G, FG +976     14,390

Moran K, Ind +748     6,883

Morgan J, Ind +409      6,615

O'Rourke A, FF +474       9,763

 

There were 1,636 non transferrables, and James Morgan has been eliminated.