Broadcaster and journalist Evanne Ni Chuilinn resigns from RTE and is to become a Fine Gael senatorAlison Comyn is appointed to the Seanad while Grainne Seoige is overlooked, highlighting ongoing gender balance issues in Irish political appointments.
Alison Comyn latest celebrity candidate to run for Fianna Fail at next general electionAlison Comyn, a local journalist, will run for Fianna Fáil in Louth, emphasizing community commitment and local knowledge.