He replaces Joe Neville, who was recently elected to Dail Eireann
Elected members of Kildare County Council appointed Councillor Kevin Duffy as Cathaoirleach of Kildare at a special meeting of the County Council.
Councillor Duffy was presented with the chain of office at yesterday’s meeting and succeeds outgoing Cathaoirleach Joe Neville who was elected to Dáil Éireann at the recent General Election.
Four new councillors were also co-opted during yesterday's meeting.
Noel Connolly replaces Shonagh Ni Raghallaigh, Paula Mulroe replaces Aidan Farrelly, Donna Phelan replaces Naoise O'Cearuil and Paul Brooks replaces Joe Neville.

Kfm Obituary Notices
Amid Criticism, Lawless Defends Draft Plan To Group College Lectures To Cut Student Commuting
30 Garda Vehicle Collisions Recorded In Kildare/Carlow Since 2024 As Figures Rise Nationwide
Backlash As Government Eyes Fewer On-Campus Days For Students Amid Accommodation Strain
Tributes Being Paid To Naas Couple Who Died In Waterford Road Traffic Collision
Minister Heydon 'Considering' Some Proposals From The IFA, As Protests Continue For Resignation Of Bord Bia Chair
Searches To Resume This Morning On River Barrow After Person Reported Entering Water In Athy
Seven Killed In Deadliest Day On Irish Roads In Nearly A Decade - Baltinglass Man Urges Tougher Penalties