Gerry King is elected new Cathaoirleach of Connemara District

Fianna Fail Councillor Gerry King has been elected as the new Cathaoirleach of Connemara District.

The announcement was made yesterday evening and will see the Clifden Native take over from Tomas Welby.

It will be the second time he has held the position, having previously served as Cathaoirleach in 2019.

The newly elected Cathaoirleach outlined his plans for the coming year