He first ran for Dublin City Council in 2004 but failed to secure a seat. He was elected to the council in 2009 and retained his seat in 2014. He is currently leader of the Fianna Fáil group on the council and is chairperson of the Enterprise and Economic Development SPC. He is involved with a number of local organisations in his area.

I got involved in community politics because I wanted more for my community. After 7 years on the council, I want to do that for my country.

Housing! Renters, people seeking to buy, people in emergency accommodation, all need more supply. It’s a social & economic imperative.

Draft & pass a Bill giving long-term leases to renters. Champion 35K social homes and vote for a budget giving young families a better deal.