Some of Anthony Waldron's supporters call for Eugene Murphy to be his council replacement

A total of 15 supporters and friends of Councillor Anthony Waldron are calling on Roscommon councillors to appoint Eugene Murphy as his replacement.

Waldron died two months ago and his replacement will be selected next month.

Roscommon County Council will invite nominations to fill his position.

Former TD, councillor and senator Eugene Murphy is one of those looking for the job.

Our reporter Eoghan Murphy was speaking to one of Anthony's supporters and friends who is backing Eugene - called Margaret Gillooly, who told him why she wants him to get the job.