Elected as a senator in 2011, he had previously served as a TD from 2007 but failed to get re-elected in 2011. He also ran unsuccessfully for European Parliament on two occasions. The Fianna Fáil Seanad spokesperson on public expenditure and reform, he has authored a number of bills and is a member of a number of Oireachtas committees.

Meath East needs a TD who will work very hard for the people. I've led on important local and national issues and will continue if elected.

The welfare and well-being of the people of Meath East. Whether through their economic, social, environmental or community betterment.

With Dáil, Seanad & legal experience, I'll be ready on day one to be a TD. To make and change laws, and to deliver for the people of Meath East.