Peter Casey formally begins process to enter Irish presidential race with promise not to take salary

‘I won’t accept Áras salary,’ vows Peter Casey as he formally begins process to enter presidential race

The businessman who finished second in 2018 has written to Donegal County Council seeking an opportunity to make a pitch for their support

Peter Casey has become the first ­potential presidential candidate to formally seek nominations from county councils.

The 2018 runner-up has written to Donegal County Council asking for an opportunity to pitch for an endorsement that will help him get on the ballot paper again.