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A candidate for Fianna Fáil. View party
ELECTED
Margaret Murphy-O'Mahony
Party
Constituency
Occupation
Full-time councillor
Age
48
Biography

She was elected as a Cork county councillor in 2014, having formerly served on Bandon Town Council. She served as Mayor of Bandon twice during that time. She is a former post office worker and works voluntarily with the Society of St Vincent de Paul.

Question time
Why should someone vote for you (in 140 characters or fewer)?

West Cork needs a fresh voice in the Dáil. I am a committed community activist, mother of two and I have a strong record of local delivery.

What is your number one priority for your constituency?

Job creation. I want to ensure everyone is able to find employment that pays them a fair wage and is sustainable for all communities.

What one thing would you like to do in your first 100 days of the new Dáil if you are elected?

We need to roll back regressive cuts that have hit older people hardest. In particular we need to expand home help hours and homecare packages.

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