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Andrew Dunne speaking at the Macra Capers Finals in Mountmellick. Photo: Denis Byrne
A Laois member of Macra na Feirme has been elected to the Leinster vice-president position of the organisation this week.
Andrew Dunne, Mountmellick Macra, was the only candidate for the position and as a result was deemed elected. Mr Dunne previously represented Laois and won the Macra na Feirme Mr Personality contest in 2023. READ MORE BELOW PHOTO
Andrew Dunne (right) pictured in 2023 after winning the Macra Mr Personality Contest when he represented Laois.
Following the close of nominations on Tuesday, March 4, Elaine Houlihan returning officer for the Macra national announced who would be running the presidential and vice-presidential election.
There are two candidates in the Presidential race - Josephine O’Neill, Callan Macra, Co. Kilkenny and Conor Murphy, Whitechurch Macra, Co. Cork.
The Munster Vice-Presidential Nominees are as follows: William Clancy, Borrisoleigh Macra, Co. Tipperary; Tom Long, Rathkeevin Macra, Co. Tipperary; Liam Coppinger, Midleton Macra, Co. Cork and John Lonergan, Glanmire Macra, Co. Cork.
John Duffy, Three Parishes Macra, Co. Monaghan was the sole contender for Northwest vice-president.
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“It’s brilliant to see two elections happening in the organisation for the role of National President and Munster Vice-President” said Ms Houlihan.
“I am delighted to announce Andrew Dunne and John Duffy as the Leinster and Northwest Vice Presidents elect,” continued Ms Houlihan.
They will take over the roles from Patrick Jordan and Rob Lally at the national AGM this May in County Clare.
“On behalf of the current Presidential team I would like to wish all candidates the very best of luck on the campaign trail” said Ms Houlihan
Ballot papers will be issued to clubs throughout Ireland who are eligible to vote on the 14th of March with the count taking place in the Irish Farm Centre on the 4th of April. Dates for the hustings will be released in the coming days.
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