A candidate for Fine Gael.
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Biography
A former teacher, he was first elected to Cavan County Council in 1985. He was a Senator from 1989-92 and then again from 2007-11. He was elected to the Dáil in 2011 and is vice-chairperson of the Implementation of the Good Friday Agreement Committee.
Question time
Why should someone vote for you (in 140 characters or fewer)?
Hard working and competent, I provide quality representation to individuals and the wider community.
What is your number one priority for your constituency?
A new educational campus for Cavan town, significant investment to provide additional jobs and a new build for the Holy Family School in Cootehill.
What one thing would you like to do in your first 100 days of the new Dáil if you are elected?
See the establishment of a new cross-border task force on crime.
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