New Laois Fine Gael councillor defeats competition to take committee seats
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A new councillor joined Laois County Council at the online April meeting, but there was contention at his first meeting over his placement on eight different committees.
Ballybrittas farmer PJ Kelly was co-opted by Fine Gael replacing Cllr Tom Mulhall who had to step down mid-term for health reasons.
Chief Executive John Mulholland congratulated him.
“I extend a warm welcome to Laois County Council. It is quite an amount to take on board, the system of local democracy at work. I am glad to hear Tom is doing well and convey best wishes,” he said.