The Social Democrats have announced a replacement for Owen Hanley on Galway City Council.
Councillor Hanley vacated the position at the start of this year following allegations against him on social media.
Secondary school teacher and cycling activist Alan Curran has been nominated by the Social Democrats to be co-opted to Galway City Council.
The news was shared on Twitter this morning, with Mr Curran saying he was feeling "apprehensive but excited" to start the new journey.
Mr Curran is the co-founder of Galway Cycle Bus, a dedicated school cycle route serving the Knocknacarra suburb of Galway City.
Niall Ó Tuathail, a former Galway West candidate for the party, said Mr Curran has had an "incredible impact as an activist" and that the party is looking forward to seeing what he can achieve as a public representative.
"Between Alan joining the council and Holly Cairns starting her leadership of the party, we're excited for the future both nationally and locally," he said.
