Fine Gael call for a more comprehensive applications process for postal ballots
The Fine Gael parliamentary Party have issued a statement in response to the DPP’s decision to not to prosecute anybody in relation to alleged postal voting fraud in Sligo. The statement issued by the Party’s head office acknowledged the investigation established that there were significant irregularities in the…
Gardai investigation ongoing into Sligo postal votes
Gardai are investigating how an active Sligo GAA player’s name was allegedly signed on an application form for a postal voting ballot without the player’s knowledge. What is claimed to be a doctor’s ‘signature’ was also on the application. It’s part of an investigation that began following last year’s local…
Sligo councillor says Garda investigation necessary to maintain faith in electoral system
A Sligo councillor says a full garda investigation into allegations of postal voter fraud during the last local elections is needed to ensure the integrity of the electoral system is maintained and protected. Independent Socialist Councillor Declan Bree told yesterday’s meeting of Sligo County Council it was obvious from the…