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A candidate for Independent. View party
ELIMINATED
Tony Murphy
Party
Constituency
Occupation
Full-time councillor
Age
54
Biography

He ran successfully for Fingal County Council in the 2014 local elections. He is aligned with the Independent Alliance, a collection of independents who will run under the same banner for the election. He is involved with a number of community organisations in the Balbriggan area and is a member of the Economic Development and Enterprise SPC at Fingal County Council.

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

The party system has failed us, we need a new approach to politics. Politicians should represent the people first and not the party.

What is your number one priority for your constituency?

Smarter investment for front line services and job creation in North Fingal.

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

Reinstate the austerity cut services for the most vulnerable in our society.

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