Fine Gael candidate Mairead McGuinness withdraws from presidential race

Fine Gael presidential candidate Mairead McGuinness has pulled out of the race.
The decision was announced in a statement by Ms. McGuinness over medical reasons.

She says the decision follows "a stay in hospital" last week, and that it was "not taken lightly."
Ms. McGuinness stated her health is now her priority, and she thanks all those who have supported her thusfar.