Write a commentSinn Féin have selected candidates to contest the Newry City and Slieve Gullion Districts for the local elections due to be held in 2019.
Meaghan Morgan chaired the proceedings and Louth Cllr Ruairi Ó Murchú who was conveyor for the convention spoke of the importance of the continuing cooperation between the Newry Mourne & Down and Louth Councils on important issues such as Brexit, Policing, Environmental Crime, Tourism and Economic development.
Newry and Armagh MP Mickey Brady proposing the selection of sitting Cllrs Liz Kimmins, Charlie Casey, Valerie Harte and Party activist Sarah Jane McAllister stated that they were a formidable team for the Newry City election Ward and would if re-elected continue to work for all.
Megan Fearon MLA Megan told the large attendance that it was a great privilege to propose Cllr Mickey Larkin, Cllr Barra Ó Muirí, Cllr Roisin Mulgrew, Cllr Terry Hearty and Oonagh Magennis as candidates for the Slieve Gullion electoral area.
Megan praised the work of the sitting Councillors and stated that would be another strong and committed addition to the Sinn Féin team.
Conor Murphy MLA speaking to all present congratulated the candidates and thanked all members for their continued activism and support.
