Thomas Pulls Ahead in Galway Bye-Election

In the Galway bye-election, Noel Thomas, running as an Independent, surges ahead after receiving Mark Lohans redistributed votes, leading Seán Kyne from Fine Gael by a significant margin of 1,833 votes. Mike Cubbard, another Independent and Mayor of Galway, is eliminated, and his votes are now up for grabs, potentially benefiting Helen Ogbu or Thomas, depending on their anti-establishment leanings. The race remains tight as Cubbards votes distribution could shift momentum. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0d39f76f1489b0dd