Cork Senator Is The latest To Step Down Over Golf Dinner Controversy

Friday, 21 August 2020 10:20

By Gareth Farrell

Fine Gael senator Jerry Buttimer is the latest to step down from his position this morning.

He has resigned as Leas Cathaoirleach of the Seanad, for attending the golf dinner.

Pressure is now growing on other politicians who attended the event.

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