A chara, - Stubborn, self-interested, narrow-minded, parochial. These terms came to mind immediately when it was announced that the four independent TDs had scuppered Noel Dempsey's Local Government Bill. Ironically, by their very actions the four have shown that their proper place is indeed the county council and not Dail Eireann. - Le meas,
Ciaarn Mac Aonghusa, Baile an tSratha, Tir Chonaill.