Bertie Ahern's former partner Celia Larkin takes reins to refashion Limerick city's brand

Taking charge: Celia Larkin will have a major say in reshaping Limerick city as a centre for retail therapy. PHOTO: TONY GAVIN

Fionnán Sheahan

Celia Larkin, the ex-partner of Bertie Ahern, is taking up a new job as a shopping guru.

Ms Larkin's role will involve encouraging more people to Limerick city centre and solve the problems facing the retail sector in the city.