Brendan Howlin is the new leader of the Labour party.
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The Wexford TD will take over from Joan Burton, who resigned from the position last week.
Outgoing deputy leader Alan Kelly last night failed to secure a seconder to allow him to contest the leadership.
Brendan Howlin has been a TD since 1987 and was Minister for Public Expenditure in the last government.
Speaking after his election in Dublin today, Mr. Howlin says it's a proud day for him.
