Past pupil of Offaly primary school earns qualification in England

A PAST pupil of Ballinamere National School has earned a qualification as a mortgage broker in England.

Katelyn McEvoy Connolly moved from Ballinamere, Tullamore when she was eight years old, along with her mother Louise Merrell.

They now live in Leigh on Sea, Essex and Katelyn recently passed her Certificate in Mortgage Advice and Practice, which means she is now a fully qualified mortgage broker.

Katelynn's mother said: “Even though we moved abroad, Katelyn's great Irish heritage continues to influence her determination and will to succeed.”

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