WATCH: Michelle O'Neill celebrates Mid Ulster Win

Published 7th May 2022, 13:18 GMT

Michelle O'Neill celebrates reaching quota after first count to retain her seat in Mid Ulster

placeholder image — Michelle O'Neill celebrates reaching quota after first count to retain her seat in Mid Ulster

Sinn Féin's vice president, Michelle O'Neill, claimed victory yesterday in Mid Ulster when she was elected on the first count.

Ms O'Neill sailed past the 8615 quota with over 2000 votes to spare.

The former deputy First Minister secured 10,845 first preference votes.

Sinn Féin is set for a potentially historic election in the polls.

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