'Anyone who knew Sean Smith had to respect his integrity, his commitment and his energy'

'It's important to get more women involved in politics.. There are so many strong women out there who are more than capable but for some reason have never put themselves forward'

The event will take place tomorrow evening.

'Candidates like Niamh Smyth from Cavan getting votes in the southern part of Monaghan'

Ivana Bacik left the Seanad when elected to the Dáil.