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Tue 11 Nov 2006Decision by Mitchell set to delay FG selectionFine Gael is expected to postpone next month's selection convention in Dublin South Central following Gay Mitchell's decision to remain as an MEP after next year's general election.The convention was scheduled for December 8th but it is now likely to be held after Christmas. There is speculation that the party may seek a candidate, other than the three declared convention runners, to replace Mr Mitchell.