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A candidate for Fine Gael. View party
ELECTED
Pat 'The Cope' Gallagher
Party
Constituency
Occupation
Public representative
Age
67
Biography

A long-standing politician, he started his career as a Donegal county councillor in 1979. He first entered the Dáil 1981 and was last re-elected in 2002. He has held numerous front bench positions throughout his lengthy political career and became an MEP in 2009, but he lost his seat in 2014.

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

I’m hard-working, energetic & passionate with a proven track record having served Donegal at local, national and EU level for over 35 years.

What is your number one priority for your constituency?

My priority will be to raise & deal with the many issues facing individuals, young and old, families and communities throughout Donegal.

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

My one commitment is to work day & night for the people of Donegal. I’m only a phone call away no matter how big or small the issue may be.

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