WATCH: Taoiseach Simon Harris backs 'incredible candidate' John Clendennen on visit to Tullamore

Taoiseach Simon Harris was in Tullamore on Tuesday where he was canvassing with Fine Gael General Election candidate John Clendennen.

Speaking with Tullamore Editor, Ger Scully, the Taoiseach described Cllr Clendennen as an 'incredible candidate' who was rooted in the community. 

He said he was optimistic that Cllr Clendennen would be elected for the Offaly constituency but added that he was taking nothing for granted as no votes had yet been cast or counted.