McGuinness was elected to Waterford County Council in 2019. He has held a number of committee positions in different organisations including Foras na Gaeilge and Unite the Union. Before becoming a councillor, he worked as a press officer and trade union organiser.

We need a change of government and only the election of additional Sinn Féin TDs can make this happen. Dungarvan, West Waterford and the mid county also need a TD, that is based here, and that will stand up for our towns, villages and rural communities.

Undoubtedly, the housing crisis. My generation lost hope in a future here, and we need to restore that. I am also very concerned about access to health care and support, from GP and dental care, to home support and mental health services.

The impact of the housing crisis on coastal and rural communities such as the West Waterford Gaeltacht, Ardmore, Dungarvan and Bonmahon.