Politics

Fine Gael's Richard Bruton to retire at next general election

Dublin Bay North TD’s career spans 41 years and includes three stints in cabinet

Richard Bruton: Fine Gael TD is one of the most experienced remaining in the Dáil, having first been elected in 11 successive general elections

Richard Bruton is set to become the sixth sitting Fine Gael TD to stand down in the next general election.

The Dublin Bay North TD (70) is one of the most experienced remaining in the Dáil, having first been elected in 11 successive general elections

He is expected to announce his decision not to run again at a meeting of the Fine Gael Dublin Bay North constituency this evening.

He has been a TD for ...