The seat had been long-held by Charlie Flanagan.
The Taoiseach is confident Fine Gael can retain its seat in Laois in the upcoming General Election.
The party's seat in the county had been held by former Justice Minister, Charlie Flanagan, for more than three decades, but he's announced the decision to step away from politics after this Dáil term.
Councillor Willie Aird was selected to contest the General Election for Fine Gael earlier this month.
And Taoiseach, Simon Harris, says he has full confidence in Mr. Aird's ability to retain that seat for the party:
We Recognise That People Need Support With Energy Prices - Junior Finance Minister
Driver Caught Speeding At 153km/h On N4 In Westmeath
Legal Aid Dispute Delays Trial Of Two Mayo Footballers
Budget Day 2027: What's In Store
Laois TD Wants New Money For Counselling Services
Kinahan Makes "Life-Saving" Intervention In Laois Prison
Laois Women’s Quilt And Antarctic Adventures To Take Centre Stage At Midlands Science Festival
Singer Tolu Makay Brings National Tour Home To Offaly