Politics

MacSharry to bow out of politics and seek private sector career

MacSharry (50) said it had been an “extraordinary privilege” to serve in the Oireachtas since 2002

Marc MacSharry with his former party leader Micheál Martin with whom he has had a rocky relationship

Independent Sligo and former Fianna Fáil TD Marc MacSharry has confirmed that he will not contest the next general election to pursue a career in the private sector.

In a statement, MacSharry (50) said it had been an “extraordinary privilege” to serve in the Oireachtas since 2002.

“I am eternally grateful to all for the opportunity to serve as a TD and senator over more than 21 years. I would like to thank everyone for ...