About Tony
A Snapshot of What I Stand and Work For
I have a proven track record of working and delivering for the people of Clare during my 18 year political career. I have a strong character but I also bring a personable approach to politics. I believe I have a clarity of vision and that has helped establish me as a true representative of the people in Clare. I have been a vigorous defender of Shannon Airport, fought hard to retain local disability and health services, promoted the community and voluntary sector, and have managed on several occasions to unite political opponents in the pursuit of delivering positive change for all the people we represent. A talent I believe will be very useful and necessary in the coming years as a Seanad representative.
Personal Details;
• Lives in Shannon with his wife Carmel and 4 children
• Owns an industrial catering business
• Former shop steward at Shannon Airport and Durty Nelly’s
Political Record;
• Senator 2011 to present
• Mayor of Shannon 2006-07, 2010-2011
• Mayor of Clare, 2009-10
• Shannon Town Councillor, 1994-2011
• Clare County Councillor, 1999-2011
PRIORITIES
Seanad - I am the Fine Gael spokesman on Energy, Communications & Natural Resources and a member of the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Investigations & Petitions
Economic – Protect existing / generate new employment – Support SME’s - Retain Clare boundary - Restore Ireland’s economic independence
Community - Work for Social inclusion by working with and supporting community / voluntary organisations
Infrastructure – Secure Shannon Airport’s future viability – Improve access to broadband – Increase investment in rural road network - Support rural transport
Housing – Support affordable housing options
Health Car – Protect local health services - Provide improved access to quality health care – Support community led health services
Public Sector - tackle the excesses and waste at all levels Read more...
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