Verona Murphy eliminated on fourth count but plans to run in next general election

Micheál Martin says Fianna Fáil delighted to hold seat but plays down election speculation

James Reilly, most high profile of 67, failed to give proof he returned excess donation

Council upheavals at Bray, Greystones, Arklow and Wicklow will propel drama

Farmers, the self-employed and unemployed contest local elections

Higher voter numbers foreseen later in wake of snowfall

Helen McEntee and Thomas Byrne on equal odds ahead of polling today

Green Party among those hoping to consolidate

Coalition parties face uphill struggle to retain share of vote achieved in general election