Imelda Daly is a primary school teacher. She was born in Glanmire and currently lives there. Her priorities are farmers, education and healthcare.

I decided to run as I feel Cork North Central needs major investment in education, particularly Special Education. I've been a primary school teacher for over 17 years and I see what needs to be done on the ground to help children, parents, SNAs, teachers and principals in schools around the constituency.

In my opinion the greatest challenge that the country faces at the moment is the cost of living and soaring energy prices. We need to tackle the costs of everyday living for families around the country.

If I get elected I would like my speaking time to commend the work already done by Fine Gael with respect to education but also put forward ideas and measures to help children reach their full potential within our education system.