Independent candidate Jim Ryan is polling well in Thurles and has paid tribute to all those who supported him along the campaign.
He threw his hat in the ring once it was clear that Thurles native Jackie Cahill (Fianna Fáil) wasn't running this time because of health reasons.
Jim stepped into the vacuum and has polled well however he concedes that a seat this time may be just out of reach.
Have a watch as he speaks to Stephen Gleeson at the Count Centre in Thurles this afternoon...
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