Wall 'very happy' with result

New Labour councillor for the Athy area, Mark Wall, says he's very happy at the outcome. He headed the poll in the area and was elected on the first count.

His father Jack, a longtime councillor and a sitting TD also expressed himself to be well pleased.

Mark's success was also enjoyed by his wife Michelle and sons Cathal and Noel, who were with him at the count in Punchestown.

Meanwhile, outgoing FG councillor Rainsford Hendy is also a happy man this evening following the very strong performance of Martin Heydon.

Martin is expected to take the third seat as the count stands at the moment. He was nominated by Cllr Hendy to run for the party in his place, and the veteran FG councillor gave the new FG candidate much support.

Cllr Hendy served for 18 years on the Council, having been first elected in 1991.

Kilcullen will be represented by councillors in two areas, most of the town by Athy area, some parts north of the bridge by Naas area.