An Independent Kildare county councillor, he was elected in 2014. He is part of the Community Solidarity Group which was formed by activists from the Campaign Against the Home and Water Taxes and is a prominent activist in his local area.

I support equality, and people-power to win it. So tax according to ability to pay; increase equality for women – repeal the 8th Amendment.

A recovery for ordinary people, not just a rich minority: end stealth taxes; fund healthcare & public childcare, housing, public transport.

A bill to abolish water charges. Fund water by general progressive taxation; local Councils to staff and run service, coordinated centrally