Killorglin woman to represent county at Miss Universe Ireland final

A Killorglin woman will represent the county at the Miss Universe Ireland final this week.

Natalie Sheehan, 20, will represent Kerry at the event in Dublin on Friday.

She is one of 27 finalists in the Miss Universe pageant, which aims to provide a safe space for women to share their stories and make a personal, professional and philanthropic impact.

Natalie Sheehan says she is passionate about raising awareness of a rare skin condition she battles, called chronic spontaneous dermourticaria, as well as advocating for women in sport.