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A candidate for Independent. View party
ELIMINATED
Brian Fagan
Party
Constituency
Occupation
Charity shop owner
Biography

This is his first time running in a general election after he ran unsuccessfully in a number of local elections as well as a by-election. The owner of Brian's Treasure Chest charity shop in Mullingar, he is a long-time volunteer in his local community and has been nominated for awards for the volunteer work he has done in the past.

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

I am committed to representing and serving the people of Longford Westmeath.

What is your number one priority for your constituency?

Jobs are my priority. People at work provide the resources to achieve everything else.

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

I want to ensure that the interests of the people always have priority in government policy.