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Irish Examiner
3 days ago
- Politics
- Irish Examiner
France Fitzgerald rules herself out of seeking FG nomination in presidential race
Former justice minister Frances Fitzgerald will not seek the Fine Gael nomination for the presidency. Ms Fitzgerald had been mentioned as a potential replacement for former European commissioner Mairead McGuinness, who withdrew from the election on Thursday citing health grounds. However, Ms Fitzgerald confirmed to the Irish Examiner that she would not seek the nomination, having declined to do so earlier this year. The withdrawal of Ms McGuinness means that Fine Gael is seeking a nominee for the election which will happen in the next 11 weeks or so. The party's executive committee is due to meet in the coming days to set out a new nomination process. Within the party, former social protection minister Heather Humphreys has emerged as the preferred candidate. However, sources said it was not yet clear if she would change her mind after having earlier this year announced that she would not be seeking the nomination. Former minister for foreign affairs Simon Coveney is another name which has been suggested, though he has not responded to speculation.
Irish Independent
3 days ago
- Politics
- Irish Independent
Frances Fitzgerald rules herself out of presidential race as Michael Healy Rae backs Heather Humphreys for Áras bid
LATEST | Today at 09:55 Former Tánaiste Frances Fitzgerald will not be seeking the nomination to be Fine Gael's candidate in the presidential election, following the departure of Mairead McGuinness as her party's candidate. 'I am sticking by the statement I made in April,' she told the Irish independent. 'I will not be putting my name forward.'
Irish Independent
14-07-2025
- Politics
- Irish Independent
Fionnán Sheahan: Cautious and conservative Mairead McGuinness is the polar opposite of opinionated Michael D Higgins
Without uttering a word about even running for the job, Mairead McGuinness is the clear frontrunner to become our next president. Tomorrow, she will be unofficially confirmed as Fine Gael's only nominated candidate for the presidency, 14 years after failing to win a contentious convention. But the former European commissioner's candidacy won't be officially announced until September. Her prospective competitors for the ticket – Frances Fitzgerald, Heather Humphreys and Seán Kelly – have ruled themselves out one by one.
Irish Independent
13-07-2025
- Politics
- Irish Independent
Shane Ross: Surprise Labour move could end Micheál Martin's dilemma over running a Fianna Fáil candidate for presidency
The bodies of wannabe presidents are already strewn all over the battlefield. Fine Gael's Seán Kelly and Frances Fitzgerald tested the water and withdrew; Independent senator Frances Black's ambitions are stillborn, despite her great work on the Occupied Territories Bill; Fianna Fáil's Barry Andrews was one of those who hadn't given it any thought but rapidly rebuffed overtures; other credible candidates, including former SDLP leader Colum Eastwood, are finding it hard to break out of the starting blocks.
RTÉ News
30-06-2025
- Business
- RTÉ News
Former tánaiste Frances Fitzgerald joins consultancy firm Teneo
Former tánaiste Frances Fitzgerald has joined consultancy firm, Teneo as a senior advisory. The former Fine Gael TD and MEP will also join the Teneo Ireland advisory board, which is chaired by Gary McGann and also includes former Ireland rugby captain, Brian O'Driscoll. Teneo said the appointment "deepens the firm's expertise in Government and public affairs". The firm said Ms Fitzgerald will help advise the firm's clients and support the growth of its business in Ireland and Europe. Michael O'Keeffe, CEO of Teneo Ireland, said: "Frances Fitzgerald brings unmatched experience and insight into Irish public life. Her leadership at the highest levels of government and her deep understanding of policymaking – both nationally and in Europe – make her an invaluable addition to our advisory team. We are delighted to welcome her to Teneo, under the stewardship of global CEO Paul Keary, and to the Teneo Ireland Advisory Board. Ms Fitzgerald said, "Having served in Cabinet during a period of major social and economic transformation, I hope to bring that experience to bear in helping leaders navigate the opportunities and challenges ahead."
