Ballinasloe has highest level of internet searches for Sinn Fein in the country

It's been revealed that Ballinasloe has the highest level of internet searches for Sinn Fein in the entire country.

Analysis by tech-firm Digital Funnel over a two-year period show searches in the East Galway area top the national tables by a significant margin. 

The level of interest in Ballinasloe is almost 10 times higher than the area with the lowest interest in Sinn Fein - which is Castlebar in Co. Mayo. 

Overall, Sinn Fein is the most searched for political party nationwide. 

Galway/Roscommon Sinn Fein TD Clare Kerrane says the figures are positive - but they won't be taking them for granted.