It comes as 101 people have died on Irish roads this year - an increase of 14 on the same period last year.

Kieran O'Donnell is meeting residents, councillors, TD's and Senators in Roscommon County Council's offices this afternoon.

He led Leitrim to a historic Connacht football title during an illustrious managerial career, and also served as a Fine Gael TD and senator.

Her family, friends and supporters are currently traveling to Dublin Airport to welcome her home.

The site has been the scene of a number of protests in recent months.

The Irish Embassy is arranging transport to bring her to the airport in Dubai and the charges have been dropped.

The mass will be celebrated by John's brother, Fr Dan O'Mahony, while the homily will be given by another sibling, Fr Stephen O'Mahony.

Castlerea-based councillor Gareth Scahill said the late Kilmovee native launched his election campaign back in April.